THE VIBRANT SURVIVOR -How to Identify a Narcissist, Narcissistic Abuse, Toxic Relationships, Trauma Healing, Health, Wellness

Hey, Survivor!
What does it mean to make a caregiving visit count when life is complicated, emotions are unpredictable, and there is more to do than time allows?
In this episode, I’m sharing my thoughts as I prepare to visit my mom, who is living with dementia, and give my brother a weekend away.  Preparation, flexibility, presence, and self-care are key.  
If you, or someone you know, need a reminder to make the most of the time with loved ones and take care of your wellbeing, this episode is for you.
Know who you're dealing with.  Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Hey, Survivor!
Have you ever wondered whether you're really taking care of yourself—or just trying to escape uncomfortable feelings?
After a narcissistic or toxic relationship, craving relief is understandable. You might stay busy, doom scroll for hours, work a lot, shop, binge-watch shows, or dream about getting away from everything. Sometimes these activities are comforting. But sometimes, our attempts to escape discomfort can become patterns that keep us disconnected from what we need.
Self-care isn't always a spa day or a vacation. Sometimes it's rest, a healthy boundary, asking for support, or taking a simple step toward something you've been putting off.
If you, or someone you know, are shaming yourself for wanting relief or struggling to figure out what supports your trauma recovery and well-being, this episode is for you.
Know who you're dealing with.  Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Hey, Survivor!
Have you ever started feeling better after narcissistic abuse, a toxic relationship, or a traumatic season of life—only to feel guilty for being happy?
Maybe you're enjoying your newly-found freedom, reconnecting with people, making plans, or rediscovering yourself.  And you have a voice telling you that you shouldn't be happy, that you should be doing more, or that moving forward minimizes what has happened.  You have nothing to prove.  Your happiness matters, and so does the life you're creating now.  In this episode, I’m talking about why guilt can show up as life gets better and how you can learn to make room for joy without dismissing your pain or your values.
If you, or someone you know, are feeling guilty for enjoying your life after narcissistic abuse or other traumas, this is for you.
Know who you're dealing with.  Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Hey, Survivor!
Have you ever wondered when you'll finally feel like yourself again after narcissistic abuse, toxic relationships, or trauma? 
Healing can leave us longing for the person we were before—when we trusted more easily, felt safer in relationships, or lived a more carefree life. In this episode I’m exploring why healing isn't about returning to your old self. It's about acknowledging what you've lost, recognizing how you've grown, and creating a life that’s authentically you.
If you need some encouragement as you continue to heal, grow, and navigate your relationships, this episode is for you.
Know who you're dealing with.  Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Hey, Survivor!
Has your healing changed your relationships?
Relationship changes are a natural part of narcissistic abuse recovery.  Your tolerance for toxic people and relationships, your boundaries, your connections to others, and grief may be impacted by your growth.  In this 200th episode, I’m sharing 3 reasons why healing changes relationships.
If you need some encouragement as you continue to heal and navigate your relationships, this episode is for you.
Know who you're dealing with.  Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Hey, Survivor!
What can travel teach us about healing?
France and Morocco, taught me some lessons about trauma recovery, self-regulation, boundaries, rest, resilience, and joy.
In this episode, I’m sharing how healing creates capacity—not only to survive, but to dream, explore, connect, and thrive.
If you need some inspiration for post-traumatic growth after narcissistic abuse, toxic relationships, and other adversity, this episode is for you.
Know who you're dealing with.  Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Hey, Survivor!
Have you been told to “get over it and move on,” after narcissistic abuse?  
Healing is not about forgetting.  In this episode, I explore grief, triggers, expectations, and why recovery from trauma isn’t linear.
If you are feeling pressure to get over your narcissistic or toxic relationship and move on, this episode is for you.
Know who you're dealing with.  Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Hey, Survivor!
Are you trapped in chronic crisis management?
In this episode, I’m exploring hyper-responsibility, rescuing patterns, caregiving stress, and how to reclaim your life without abandoning your compassion.
If you are stuck in crisis mode and looking to emerge from emergencies, this episode is for you.
Know who you're dealing with.  Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Hey, Survivor!
Why do exciting new opportunities sometimes create anxiety?
In this episode, I’m exploring the connection between trauma, uncertainty, nervous system activation, and major life transitions.  Reframing old narratives and tapping into the healing power of community are keys to keep going and keep growing - especially during times of fear and uncertainty.
If you, or someone you know, are experiencing big life transitions and feeling afraid, this episode is for you.
Know who you're dealing with.  Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Hey, Survivor!
Are you in a season of caregiving?  A card-carrying member of the sandwich generation?  You’re not alone!In this episode, I’m sharing some lessons I’m learning while co-caring for my mom, who is living with dementia.  I get into the emotional realities of caregiving, ambiguous loss and anticipatory grief, narcissistic and toxic family dynamics, and self-care.
If you, or someone you know, are struggling to care for the caregiver, this episode is for you.
Know who you're dealing with.  Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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