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Today I'm talking about grief over the future we lost when we got out of an abusive relationship. How do we deal with it and is it normal?Topics:GriefWhat is a normal expectation of happiness When the past comes for usWe have been through rapid change and our minds and emotions have to catch u…

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I almost quit this podcast. Yikes! I'm here now so let's jump right into the episode.Topics:What's been going onWhy we start new projects when we need to make a major decisionOrder from chaosThe Home EditAll abuse is physical abuseWhy we need other survivors in our livesWhere the Cra…
Today's episode is inspired by Mother's Day. How does sharing children with a narcissist impact your parenting?Topics:What I learned this weekNarcissists and their relationships with their mothers and other womenThe narcissist's relationship with the mother of their childrenMother&ap…
What does abuse look like? Today I give examples of non-physical abuse.Topics:Obvious physical abuse"Accidental" physical abuseShow of violenceControlling freedom of movementSpyingFinancial controlAbuse of children, loved ones, petsTaking your independence awayResources:The Subtleties of …
Today we are talking about taking time to rest and relax. Topics:Why we need to slow down and take a break from our thoughts and livesHow to make taking space easier when you aren't used to letting your mind relaxA list of ways to take a break M&M's Caramel Cold BrewTaking a Break for…
Today we are going to get real and work on the thoughts going on in our minds. You didn't cause the abuse and it is not your fault. Let's continue to break the hold abusers have over us by giving the responsibility for their behavior back to them.Topics:Abuse is not your faultWe struggle …
Today I am going to talk about how I came out of denial that my relationship was abusive. It was a long, painful process to face the truth. My hope is that what I share may help you move through it faster than I did.Resources:The Power and Control WheelHow I Came Out of DenialSupport the show Remem…
You need a mantra! You do. It can help you change your thought process and keep you moving forward on your healing journey.Topics:How I received a mantra from a friend.Tips for finding a mantra.Examples of mantras.What to do with your mantra.How a mantra helps your mind heal.Resources:Future Surviv…
Here are the things I wish I knew when I left. I had no idea of what was to come or what would have made it easier for me to go through this time of transition.Topics:You are on a long road to when things will be stable and peaceful again.Put on your oxygen mask first so you can help others later.Y…
Today I'm talking about the single mom struggle of parenting sons, especially sons who don't have a good role model for a father. How do you do your best to set a healthy foundation for the future of your sons? That's what we're here to explore.Topics:Gentle, trauma-informed par…
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