THE VIBRANT SURVIVOR -How to Identify a Narcissist, Narcissistic Abuse, Toxic Relationships, Trauma Healing, Health, Wellness
***TOP 1.5% PODCAST*** Heal and thrive after narcissistic abuse. Do you want to disconnect from narcissistic or toxic relationships? Are you feeling stressed and lonely in dysfunctional family and work environments, or social groups? Are you ready to heal and thrive after narcissistic abuse? In this podcast, you’ll find holistically healing solutions to set you free from narcissistically abusive relationships, trauma-related health issues, and the enabling of toxic behavior. My mission is to help you heal and thrive after narcissistic abuse through holistic health, trauma support, and boundaries. If you’re ready to disconnect from dysfunction, prioritize your healing, and reclaim your power after narcissistic abuse, then you’re in the right place! Hi, I’m Lesley. A wife, mom, and narcissistic abuse survivor. For years, I rationalized toxic relationships and dysfunctional environments, in an effort to find connection, purpose, success, and peace. I fell for lies, fake opportunities, and empty promises, wasting my time, talents, and money. It took a toll on my mental health (Hello, CPTSD!); and it almost cost me my life…literally. I finally realized that if I was going to break the cycle and heal my childhood trauma from the inside out, I needed a holistic approach. I reclaimed and redirected my resources towards solutions that helped me to put the narcissistic and toxic people in my life in my rear-view mirror. After applying some stealthy strategies for drama-free exits, protecting my peace, and pursuing my goals, I was determined to help others to identify, navigate, and heal from this insidious form of abuse. I went to school and became a Master Certified Health Coach and Certified Trauma Support Specialist. And I’m here to teach you how to heal and thrive after narcissistic abuse. If you’re ready to experience healing and empowerment after narcissistic abuse that focuses on YOU; holistic health and wellness solutions with real results like more clarity, discernment, confidence, a more positive mindset, healthy boundaries, and better relationships – this podcast is for you! Take a deep breath in…Let it out slowly…And just relax, this time is for you. Contact: support@lesleycain.com Instagram: @thevibrantsurvivor ***DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only. Any reliance you place on this information is strictly at your own risk. Lesley Cain is not a doctor, therapist or counselor. If you need healthcare, medical attention, therapy, or counseling, please seek professional help from a licensed practitioner.
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Friday Mar 24, 2023
Friday Mar 24, 2023
Hey, Survivor!
In today's show, I talk about how your narcissistic boss is wreaking havoc on the job. You can find the article that I referenced here. Dealing with narcissistic leaders in your workplace can be stressful, draining, hinder your productivity, and threaten your ability to support yourself and your family. Limited options and layoffs can further complicate your situation, during an economic crisis.
If you, or someone you know, needs a description of the damage that narcissistic leaders cause in your organization, this episode is for you. It validates your experience, and offers some solutions.
Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Friday Mar 17, 2023
Friday Mar 17, 2023
Hey, Survivor!
In today's show, I talk about ways to heal emotionally from narcissistic abuse. Dealing with the emotional fallout from the abuse can be challenging, especially if you were taught and trained to suppress your emotions in your family of origin or other relationships.
If you, or someone you know, needs emotional healing from narcissistic abuse, this episode is for you. It validates your feelings, and offers several ways of healing.
Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Friday Mar 10, 2023
Friday Mar 10, 2023
Hey, Survivor!
In today's show, I use an email communication breakdown to show you how you can identify and respond to red flags with healthy boundaries, after narcissistic abuse. ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) and other traumas in your life can contribute to ignoring red flags, not trusting your gut, and engaging with people who don't have your best interests at heart.
If you, or someone you know, needs to sharpen their discernment and develop strong boundaries, this episode is a must. It validates your need to prioritize yourself and your wellbeing, as you navigate personal and professional relationships, and interact with strangers.
Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Friday Mar 03, 2023
Friday Mar 03, 2023
Hey, Survivor!
In today's show, I call out 6 benefits of changing your phone number after narcissistic abuse. Narcissists use you to get attention, approval, and/or admiration, in an effort to regulate their emotions. When you figure out who and what you're dealing with, and disconnect from the relationship or situation, they will blow up your phone to try to regain control and get their needs met. This can further traumatize you, keep you stuck in the past, and ultimately compromise your health and wellbeing.
If you, or someone you know, needs to change their number after a narcissistically abusive relationship, this episode is a must. It validates your frustration, and gives you a glimpse of peace and healing.
Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Friday Feb 24, 2023
Friday Feb 24, 2023
Hey, Survivor!
In today's show, I share 10 things that happen when you disconnect from a narcissist. Narcissists take you through an abusive cycle of love-bombing, devaluation, discarding, and hoovering. When you figure out who and what you're dealing with, and remove yourself from the situation, it triggers a traumatic response in the narcissist. Simultaneously, it sets you up to start healing from the abuse.
If you, or someone you know, has disconnected, or needs to disconnect from a narcissistically abusive relationship, this episode is a must. It provides a heads-up on what to expect.
Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Friday Feb 17, 2023
Friday Feb 17, 2023
Hey, Survivor!
In today's show, I share a few ways that narcissists can use funerals to their advantage. Whether it's an individual or a family, narcissists' difficult personalities can turn a time of mourning into a manipulative mess. And if you've kept your distance from this type of behavior in your family, then you may get sucked back in and shamed for your stance.
If you, or someone you know, have witnessed narcissistic behavior around funerals, this episode is a must. It highlights some examples where grieving can be deceiving.
Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Friday Feb 10, 2023
Friday Feb 10, 2023
Hey, Survivor!
In today's show, I share signs that it's time for you to disconnect from the narcissist and their dysfunctional behavior. While their behavior may be the result of trauma that they've endured, your repeated engagement with them, personally or professionally, is traumatizing for YOU! And your health and wellbeing may be compromised in the process. The body keeps the score.
If you, or someone you know, are feeling the effects of dealing with a narcissist's behavior, this episode is a must. It highlights some physical, mental, and spiritual compromises involved in engaging with toxic people, regardless of the nature or duration of the relationship.
Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Friday Feb 10, 2023
Friday Feb 10, 2023
Hey, Survivor!
In today's show, I share ways that narcissists can present around birthdays. This can vary, based on their place in society and their past experiences. However, the behavior is rooted in insecurity.
If you, or someone you know, have experienced bad birthday behavior from a narcissist, this episode is a must. It highlights a variety of scenarios, and contributing factors.
Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Friday Feb 10, 2023
Friday Feb 10, 2023
Hey, Survivor!
In today's show, I share how to spot a grandiose female narcissist and other fake friends. This illustrates the importance of context, along with patterns of behavior over time. If you grew up in a narcissistic family, where boundaries weren't taught or respected, and you weren't shown how to pick a friend, then you may have [unknowingly] allowed this toxic behavior in your life.
If you, or someone you know, are evaluating your friends, this episode is a must. It highlights the narcissistic abuse cycle, the lack or depth and maturity over time, and the importance of fact-checking.
Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Friday Feb 03, 2023
Friday Feb 03, 2023
Hey, Survivor!
In today's show, I break down some communication that I received after going no contact with a grandiose female narcissist, who I was acquainted with for several years. In addition, I highlight 12 key elements of this communication that helped to validate my experience. This illustrates the insidious aspect of narcissistic abuse that often goes unchecked; that many people dismiss, don't see, don't believe, and use to gaslight you. To make matters worse, you're often left to "just handle it" alone, whether it occurs in a personal or professional setting. You and I know that you can't make this up.
If you, or someone you know, are experiencing a heat check, hoovering, or gaslighting, this episode is a must. It highlights some tell-tale signs of narcissistic behavior, in the form of written communication, the importance of looking at patterns of toxic behavior, in context, over time, and how the devil is in the details.
Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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