In this episode, Tara and Kerry interview Dr. Les Carter, a psychologist with wildly popular YouTube channel and podcast, Surviving Narcissism about the narcissistic mindset. Dr. Carter demystifies why these individuals are so good at turning the tables on us, making us feel like the crazy ones. Follow Kerry and Tara on Tiktok, Instagram, Youtube,…
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In this episode, Kerry and Tara respond to a listener’s letter about the struggle of recovering from even just a situationship with a narcissist. Relationships with narcissists can be impact us negatively even when they aren’t long-term ones! And today’s self-help tip is about learning to replace previous/negative habits and behaviors with positives ones. Send…
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In this episode, Kerry and Tara share some of their struggles with figuring out the difference between being selfish and having self-respect. Many of us see boundaries or self-care as inherently “selfish.” And today’s self-help tip is assessing the motive of your or others’ actions. Follow Kerry and Tara on Tiktok, Instagram, Youtube, and Facebook:…
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In this episode, Kerry and Tara share the initial signs they had broken the trauma bond with their exes. Intense connections get formed with toxic partners and family members that can be very controlling. Breaking them is an essential part of healing. And today’s self-help tip is using your observational power to recall possible consequences…
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In this episode, Kerry and Tara address a common fallacy that all relationships are a lot of hard work. We will explore why many of us struggle to recognize signs of a toxic partnership. And the self-help tip is using our bodily sensations to identify safe connections and situations. References: Lindsay Gibson’s books: Adult Children…
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In this episode, Kerry and Tara tackle one of the most asked questions of abuse survivors: how do I know if I should leave? We’ll discuss the common hindrances to making this decision and how to support a loved one who’s trapped in this kind of indecisiveness. Today’s self-help tip is to make a realistic…
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In this episode, Kerry and Tara discuss a particularly dangerous group of people, the Dark Triad Personality Disorders. And today’s self-help tip is how to assess if someone you know is a one. Is My Partner Toxic or Dangerous? Find out with this short survey If you’re wanting to exit a toxic relationship safety, here…
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In this episode, Kerry and Tara tackle how complicated it can be when the narcissists in your life can also be friends or family members. And the self-help tip is a visualization strategy for your boundaries. Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse Season 1 Episode 69: Ready for the holidays? My three top tips for dealing…
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Victims of narcissistic abuse often complain about seeing happy photos of their exes on social media. In this episode, Kerry and Tara will discuss why some people move on so quickly and easily after leaving a relationship. And the Self-Help Tip will be how to use “containment” for intense emotions like grief. References: “Understanding the…
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Have you noticed how narcissists and toxic people morph into someone new once love-bombing is over? In this episode, Kerry and Tara examine the chameleon-like nature of personality disorders and how this creates confusion and self-doubt for victims. And the self-help tip is a helpful exercise to expose if this dynamic is happening in your…
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