Hey, Survivor!

Feeling behind in your healing journey, after narcissistic or toxic relationships? Under pressure to “get over it” or “move on?” You’re not alone or crazy. This episode will reframe those tired, toxic narratives. Trauma healing is a journey, not a race. So, you need to pace yourself. You’ll learn why trauma recovery requires slowness, how the nervous system recalibrates after emotional abuse, and how to honor your path and pace without shame.

🎧 Listen now and remember: No rush - just rise.

Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.

💚Lesley

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Hey, Survivor!

Why does narcissistic abuse feel so devastating? In this episode, we unpack betrayal trauma — how your body and brain respond when someone you depend on is also the one causing harm.

Learn how betrayal trauma impacts memory, attachment, identity, and nervous system regulation — and how to begin healing using evidence-based insight and Dr. Sears’ L.E.A.N. framework.

🎧 Listen now and remember: Betrayal shakes trust - healing rebuilds us.

Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.

💚Lesley

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Hey, Survivor!

Have you ever looked back on your narcissistic relationship and thought, “How did I not see this?” If you’ve been feeling embarrassed, ashamed, or questioning your intelligence after narcissistic abuse, this episode is for you.

In this episode, we unpack why survivors often feel foolish — and why that feeling is actually a trauma response, not a character flaw. You’ll learn how manipulation, trauma bonding, and betrayal trauma impact the brain, why self-blame is common after emotional abuse, and how to rebuild trust in yourself.

If you’re recovering from narcissistic abuse, emotional manipulation, or a toxic relationship — this episode will help you move from self-doubt to self-trust, from shame to clarity, and from confusion to confidence.

🎧 Listen now and remember: You weren’t foolish — you were fooled.

Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.

💚Lesley

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Hey, Survivor!

Feeling like your “no” doesn’t matter? In this episode, we break down 7 ways narcissists test your boundaries, why it hurts, and how to protect yourself without guilt. Learn evidence-based insights on narcissistic behavior and relational aggression; and practical tools to improve your health and wellbeing and reclaim your power.

If you, or someone you know, need help reinforcing your boundaries, this episode is for you.

Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.

💚Lesley

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Hey, Survivor!

Narcissistic and toxic female friendships can be hazardous to your health and well-being. In this episode, we’re unpacking the hidden harm and why it hurts so deeply.

You’ll learn:

• Why betrayal trauma hits harder in same-gender relationships
• 7 subtle signs a “friend” may be manipulating, competing, or controlling
• How covert narcissism shows up through gossip, triangulation, and victim-playing
• Evidence-based insight on relational aggression
• How to protect your peace using Dr. Sears’ L.E.A.N. wellness framework

If you’ve ever felt confused, devalued, or drained by a friendship or friend group — this episode will bring clarity, validation, and empowerment.

Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.

💚Lesley

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#NarcissisticAbuse #FemaleNarcissist #TraumaRecovery #WomensMentalHealth #ToxicFriendships

Hey, Survivor!

Setting boundaries can feel painful — not just for others, but for you. In this episode, I share how guilt shows up when we stop people-pleasing, why others resist boundaries, and how you can protect your peace without abandoning yourself. We’ll cover trauma-informed insights, holistic healing through Dr. Sears’ LEAN framework, and practical tools for holding boundaries with confidence and compassion.

If you’re healing from narcissistic abuse and want healthy relationships, this episode is for you.

Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.

💚Lesley

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#boundaries #narcissisticabuse #healingjourney #traumarecovery #selfrespect

Hey, Survivor!

After narcissistic abuse, it can feel tempting to announce your independence, explain your choices, or prove you’re moving on. But less is more.

In this episode of The Vibrant Survivor Podcast, I explain why moving in silence is one of the most powerful and protective choices you can make. We’ll talk about how narcissists respond when they receive no reaction, why oversharing leads to re-engagement and re-traumatization, and how silence helps you regulate your nervous system and reclaim your peace.

If you’re healing from narcissistic abuse and ready to stop explaining yourself, this episode is for you.

Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.

💚Lesley

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#NarcissisticAbuse #TraumaHealing #EmotionalAbuseRecovery

#BoundariesAreSelfCare #NervousSystemHealing

#SurvivorSupport #ReclaimYourPeace

Hey, Survivor!

Narcissistic abuse doesn’t always look volatile or obvious. Sometimes it’s calm, polite, credentialed, and protected by institutions.

In Episode 161 of The Vibrant Survivor Podcast, we explore the polite, professional narcissist—the kind who hides behind charm, titles, faith language, or public service while causing harm behind the scenes. We break down why these individuals are often protected, where they operate, and how organizational systems can enable abuse.

You’ll learn about DARVO, organizational narcissism, and why survivors are often dismissed or silenced when abuse doesn’t match stereotypes. Using Dr. Sears’ LEAN wellness framework, this episode offers grounded tools for clarity, regulation, and self-trust—especially after the holidays, when professional and community contact increases.

If you, or someone you know, have ever felt confused, invalidated, blamed, or punished for speaking up in a “respectable” environment, this episode will help you name what happened—and trust yourself again.

Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.

💚Lesley

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#NarcissisticAbuseAwareness #WorkplaceNarcissism #NarcissisticSafeHaven #DARVO #Gaslighting #TraumaInformed #TheVibrantSurvivor