Healing Tools & Recovery Skills

S2 EP28: Feeling knocked down? Defeated? Here’s Kerry’s secret on how to become an overcomer

In this episode, Tara flips the script and interviews Kerry. Dive in as Kerry reveals a hidden gem that’s been her shield against tough times. Tune in to discover how you too can stand tall against the shadows of narcissistic harm. Reference: How He Gets Into Her Head by Don Hennessey Check out more resources…

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S2 EP27: Why am I so confused? The Making & Breaking of a Trauma Bond with Lisa Sonni

In this episode, Tara and Kerry interview Lisa Sonni, author and trauma bond expert, on developing powerful psychological attachments. Lisa shares how to recognize if we’re trauma bonded and how to know if we are breaking this toxic interpersonal connection. This episode demystifies the intense attachment so many of us have with toxic people with…

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S2 EP26: How to find joy and renewed power after surviving abuse: An interview with Tara

In this episode, we get a behind-the-scenes look into our co-host, Tara’s life. She shares how she has learned to find joy and where her real source of power is after surviving abuse. Check out Tara’s website: Tara, Relationship Coach Reference: Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance Follow the Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse…

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S2 EP24: If it was just a “situationship”, why do I feel so miserable?

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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S2 EP23: Does everyone deserve our kindness? How to reduce the risk of being exploited

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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S2 EP 22: Am I still trauma bonded? Top Signs That You’ve Broken That Toxic Connection

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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S2 EP21: My relationship is toxic? I thought all relationships require a lot of work

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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S2 EP 20: How will I know when I’m supposed to leave? What if I make the wrong decision?

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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S2 EP19: Could you be at risk? Why you should be afraid of the Dark Triad Personality

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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S 2 EP18: Friends as Enemies: What to do when those you love are narcissistic

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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