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Bio: Jenny - Co-Host Podcast (er):I am Jenny! (She/Her) MACP, LMHCI am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner, Certified Yoga Teacher, and an Approved Supervisor in the state of Washington.I have spent over a decade researching the ways in which the body can heal from trauma through movement and connection. I have come to see that our bodies know what they need. By approaching our body with curiosity we can begin to listen to the innate wisdom our body has to teach us. And that is where the magic happens!I was raised within fundamentalist Christianity. I have been, and am still on my own journey of healing from religious trauma and religious sexual shame (as well as consistently engaging my entanglement with white saviorism). I am a white, straight, able-bodied, cis woman. I recognize the power and privilege this affords me socially, and I am committed to understanding my bias' and privilege in the work that I do. I am LGBTQIA+ affirming and actively engage critical race theory and consultation to see a better way forward that honors all bodies of various sizes, races, ability, religion, gender, and sexuality.I am immensely grateful for the teachers, healers, therapists, and friends (and of course my husband and dog!) for the healing I have been offered. I strive to pay it forward with my clients and students. Few things make me happier than seeing people live freely in their bodies from the inside out!Danielle (00:10):Welcome to the Arise Podcast with my colleague Jenny McGrath and I today Jenny's going to read a part of a presentation she's giving in a week, and I hope you really listen in The political times are heavy and the news about Epstein has been triggering for so many, including Jenny and myself. I hope as you listen, you find yourself somewhere in the conversation and if you don't, I hope that you can find yourself with someone else in your close sphere of influence. These conversations aren't perfect. We can't resolve it at the end. We don't often know what we need, so I hope as you listen along that you join us, you join us and you reach out for connection in your community with friends, people that you trust, people that you know can hold your story. And if you don't have any of those people that maybe you can find the energy and the time and the internal resources to reach out. You also may find yourself activated during this conversation. You may find yourself triggered and so this is a notice that if you feel that that is a possibility and you need to take a break and not listen to this episode, that's okay. Be gentle and kind with yourself and if you feel like you want to keep listening, have some self-care and some ways of connecting with others in place, go ahead and listen in. Hey Jenny, I'd love to hear a bit about your presentation if you don't even mind giving us what you got.Jenny (01:41):Yeah, absolutely. I am very honored. I am going to be on a panel entitled Beyond Abstinence Only Purity Culture in Today's Political Moment, and this is for the American Academy of Religion. And so I am talking about, well, yeah, I think I'll just read a very rough draft version of my remarks. I will give a disclaimer, I've only gone over it once so far, maybe twice, so it will shift before I present it, but I'm actually looking forward to talking about it with you because I think that will help me figure out how I want to change it. I think it'll probably just be a three to five minute read if that evenOkay. Alright. I to look at the current political moment in the US and try to extract meaning and orientation from purity culture is essential, but if we only focus on purity culture in the us, we are naval gazing and missing a vital aspect of the project that is purity culture. It is no doubt an imperialist project. White women serving as missionaries have been foot soldiers for since Manifest Destiny and the creation of residential schools in North America and even before this, yet the wave of white women as a force of white Christian nationalism reached its white cap in the early two thousands manifest by the power of purity culture. In the early 1990s, a generation of young white women were groomed to be agents of empire unwittingly. We were told that our value and worth was in our good pure motives and responsibility to others.(03:31):We were trained that our racial and gender roles were pivotal in upholding the white, straight, heteronormative, capitalistic family that God designed and we understood that this would come at us martyring our own body. White women therefore learned to transmute the healthy erotic vitality that comes from an awakening body into forms of service. The transnational cast of white Christian supremacy taught us that there were none more deserving more in need than black and brown bodies in the global south pay no attention to black and brown bodies suffering within the us. We were told they could pull themselves up by their bootstraps, but not in the bodies of color. Outside the membrane of the US white women believed ourselves to be called and furthermore trusted that God would qualify us for the professional roles of philanthropists, medical service providers, nonprofit starters and adoptive mothers of black and brown children in the global south.(04:30):We did not blanc that often. We did not actually have the proper training, much less accountability for such tasks and neither did our white Christian communities. We were taking on roles of power we would have never been given in white spaces in the US and in doing so we were remaining compliant to our racial and gendered expectations. This meant among many other things, giving tacit approval to international states that were being used as pawns by the US Christian. Right among these states, the most prominent could arguably be Uganda. Uganda was in the zeitgeist of white Christian youth, the same white Christian youth that experienced life altering commitments given in emotionally evocative abstinence rituals. We were primed for the documentary style film turned organization invisible Children, which found its way into colleges, youth groups, and worship services all over the country. Many young white women watched these erotically charged films, felt a compulsion to do something without recognizing that compulsion came from the same tendrils of expectations, purity, culture placed on our bodies.(05:43):Invisible children's film was first released in 2004 and in their release of Kony 2012 reached an audience of a hundred million in its first week of release. Within these same eight years, Ugandan President Veni who had a long entangled relationship with the US Christian right signed into law a bill that made homosexuality the death penalty in certain cases, which was later overturned. He also had been responsible for the forced removal of primarily acho people in Northern Uganda from their lands and placed them into internally displaced people's camps where their death T tolls far exceeded those lost by Coney who musevini claimed to be fighting against as justification for the violent displacement of Acho people. Muny Musevini also changed the Ugandan constitution to get reelected despite concerns that these elections were not truly democratic and has remained president of Uganda for the last 39 years. Uganda was the Petri dish of American conservative laboratory of Christo fascism where whiteness and heteronormative racialized systems of purity culture were embalmed. On November 5th, 2, 20, 24, we experienced what am termed the boomerang of imperialism. Those who have had an eye on purity cultures influence in countries like Uganda are not surprised by this political moment. In fact, this political moment is not new. The only thing new about it is that perhaps for the first time the effects are starting to come more thoroughly to white bodies and white communities. The snake has begun to eat its own tail.Scary. Okay. It feels like poking an already very angry hornet's nest and speaking to things that are very alive and well in our country right now. So I feel that and I also feel a sense of resolve, you might say that I feel like because of that it feels imperative to speak to my experience and my research and this current political moment. Do you mind if I ask what it was like to hear it?Danielle (08:30):It is interesting. Right before I hopped on this call, I was doing mobility at my gym and at the end when my dear friend and I were looking at our DNA, and so I guess I'm thinking of it through the context of my body, so I was thinking about that as you're reading it, Jenny, you said poking the bear and before we shift too fast to what I think, what's the bear you believe you're poking?Jenny (09:08):I see it as the far right Christian nationalist ideology and talking about these things in the way that I'm talking about them, I am stepping out of my gender and racial expectations as a white cis woman where I am meant to be demure and compliant and submissive and not calling out abuse of power. And so I see that as concerning and how the religious right, the alt religious right Christian, religious right in the US and thankfully it was not taken on, but even this week was the potential of the Supreme Court seeing a case that would overturn the legalization of gay marriage federally and that comes out of the nuclear focus of the family that James stops and heralded was supposed to be the family. It's one man and it's one woman and you have very specific roles that you're supposed to play in those families.Danielle (10:35):Yeah, I mean my mind is just going a thousand miles a minute. I keep thinking of the frame. It's interesting, the frame of the election was built on economy, but after that it feels like there are a few other things like the border, which I'm including immigration and migrants and thoughts about how to work with that issue, not issue, I don't want to say it's an issue, but with that part of the picture of what makes up our country. The second thing that comes to mind after those two things is there was a huge push by MAGA podcasters and church leaders across the country, and I know I've read Cat Armas and a bunch of other people, I've heard you talking about it. There's this juxtaposition of these people talking about returning to some purity, the fantasy of purity, which you're saying you're talking about past and present in your talk while also saying, Hey, let's release the Epstein files while voting for this particular person, Donald Trump, and I am caught. If you look at the statistics, the amount of folks perpetrating violent crime that are so-called migrants or immigrants is so low compared to white men.(12:16):I am caught in all those swirling things and I'm also aware that there's been so many things that have happened in the last presidency. There was January 6th and now we have, we've watched ICE in some cases they've killed people in detention centers and I keep thinking, is sexual purity or the idea of the fantasy that this is actually a value of the Christian? Right? Is that going to be something that moves people? I don't know. What do you think?Jenny (12:54):I think it's a fair question. I think it is what moved bodies like mine to be complicit in the systems of white supremacy without knowing that's what I was doing. And at the same time that I myself went to Uganda as a missionary and spent the better part of four years there while saying and hearing very hateful and derogatory things about migrants and the fact that signs in Walmart were in Spanish in Colorado, and these things that I was taught like, no, we need to remain pure IE white and heteronormative in here, and then we take our good deeds to other countries. People from Mexico shouldn't be coming up here. We should go on Christmas break and build houses for them there, which I did and it's this weird, we talk a lot about reality. It is this weird pseudo reality where it's like everything is upside down and makes sense within its own system.(14:13):I had a therapist at one point say, it's like you had the opposite of a psychotic break when I decided to step out of these worlds and do a lot of work to come into reality because it is hard to explain how does talking about sexual purity lead to what we're seeing with ice and what we're seeing with detention. And I think in reality part of that is the ideology that the body of the US is supposed to primarily be white, straight Christian heteronormative. And so if we have other bodies coming in, you don't see that cry of immigrants in the same way for people that came over from Ukraine. And I don't mean that anything disparagingly about people that needed to come over from Ukraine, but you see that it's a very different mindset from white bodies entering the US than it is black and brown bodies within this ideological framework of what the family or the body of individuals and the country is supposed to look like.I've been pretty dissociated lately. I think yesterday was very tough as we're seeing just trickles of emails from Epstein and that world and confirmation of what any of us who listened to and believed any of the women that came forward already knew. But it just exposes the falseness that it's actually about protecting anyone because these are stories of young children, of youth being sexually exploited and yet the machine keeps powering on and just keeps trying to ignore that the man they elected to fight the rapists that were coming into our country or the liberals that were sex child trafficking. It turns out every accusation was just a confession.Danielle (16:43):Oh man. Every accusation was a confession. In psychological terms, I think of it as projection, like the bad parts I hate about me, the story that criminals are just entering our country nonstop. Well, the truth is we elected criminals. Why are we surprised that by the behavior of our government when we voted for criminality and I say we because I'm a participant in this democracy or what I like to think of as a democracy and I'm a participant in the political system and capitalism and I'm a participant here. How do you participate then from that abstinence, from that purity aspect that you see? The thread just goes all the way through? Yeah,Jenny (17:48):I see it as a lifelong untangling. I don't think I'm ever going to be untangled unfortunately from purity culture and white supremacy and heteronormative supremacy and the ways in which these doctrines have formed the way that I have seen the world and that I'm constantly needing to try to unlearn and relearn and underwrite and rewrite these ways that I have internalized. And I think what's hard is I, a lot of times I think even in good intentions to undo these things in activist spaces, we tend to recreate whiteness and we tend to go, okay, I've got it now I'm going to charge ahead and everyone follow me. And part of what I think we need to deconstruct is this idea of a savior or even that an idea is going to save us. How do we actually slow down even when things are so perilous and so immediate? How do we kind of disentangle the way whiteness and capitalism have taught us to just constantly be churning and going and get clearer and clearer about how we got here and where we are now so that hopefully we can figure out how to leave less people behind as we move towards whatever it looks like to move out of this whiteness thing that I don't even honestly have yet an imagination for.(19:26):I have a hope for it, but I can't say this is what I think it's going to look like.Danielle (20:10):I'm just really struck by, well, maybe it was just after you spoke, I can't remember if it was part of your talk or part of your elaboration on it, but you were talking about Well, I think it was afterwards it was about Mexicans can't come here, but we can take this to Mexico.Yeah. And I wonder if that, do you feel like that was the same for Uganda?Jenny (20:45):Absolutely. Yeah. Which I think it allows that cast to remain in place. One of the professors that I've been deeply influenced by is Ose Manji, and he's a Kenyan professor who lives in Canada who's spent many years researching development work. And he challenges the idea that saviors need victims and the privilege that I had to live in communities where I could fundraise thousands of dollars for a two week or a two month trip is not separate from a world where I'm stepping into communities that have been exploited because of the privileges that I have,(21:33):But I can launder my conscience by going and saying I helped people that needed it rather than how are the things that I am benefiting from causing the oppression and how is the government that I'm a part of that has been meddling with countries in Central America and Africa and all over the globe creating a refugee crisis? And how do I deal with that and figure out how to look up, not that I want to ignore people that are suffering or struggling, but I don't want to get tunnel vision on all these little projects I could do at some point. I think we need to look up and say, well, why are these people struggling?Speaker 1 (22:26):Yeah, I don't know. I don't have fully formed thoughts. So just in the back, I was thinking, what if you reversed that and you said, well, why is the American church struggling?(22:55):I was just thinking about what if you reversed it and I think why is the American church struggling? And we have to look up, we have to look at what are the causes? What systems have we put in place? What corruption have we traded in? How have we laundered our own conscience? I mean, dude, I don't know what's going on with my internet. I need a portable one. I just dunno. I think that comment about laundering your own conscience is really beautiful and brilliant. And I mean, it was no secret that Epstein had done this. It's not a secret. I mean, they're release the list, but they know. And clearly those senators that are releasing those emails drip by drip, they've already seen them. So why did they hang onto them?Jenny (24:04):Yeah. Yeah. I am sad, I can't remember who this was. Sean was having me listen to a podcast the other day, just a part of it talking about billionaires. But I think it could be the same for politicians or presidents or the people that are at the top of these systems we've created. That's like in any other sphere, if we look at someone that has an unsatiable need for something, we would probably call that an addiction and say that that person needs help. And actually we need to tend to that and not just keep feeding it. And I think that's been a helpful framework for me to think about these people that are addicted to power that will do anything to try to keep climbing that ladder or get the next ring that's just like, that is an unwell person. That's a very unwell person.Speaker DanielleI mean, I'm not surprised, I think, did you say you felt very dissociated this past week? I think I've felt the same way because there's no way to take in that someone, this person is one of the kings of human trafficking. The all time, I mean great at their job. And we're hearing Ghislaine Maxwell is at this minimum security prison and trading for favors and all of these details that are just really gross. And then to hear the Republican senator or the speaker of the house say, well, we haven't done this because we're thinking of the victims. And literally the victims are putting out statements saying, get the damn files out. So the gaslighting is so intense to stay present to all of that gaslighting to stay present to not just the first harm that's happened, but to stay present to the constant gaslighting of victims in real time is just, it is a level of madness. I don't think we can rightfully stay present in all of it.(26:47):I don't know. I don't know what we can do, but Well, if anybody's seen the Handmaid's Tale, she is like, I can't remember how you say it in Latin, but she always says, don't let the bastards grind you down. I keep thinking of that line. I think of it all the time. I think connecting to people in your community keep speaking truth, it matters. Keep telling the truth, keep affirming that it is a real thing. Whether it was something at church or like you talked about, it was a missionary experience or abstinence experience, or whether you've been on the end of conversion therapy or you've been a witness to that and the harm it's done in your community. All of that truth telling matters, even if you're not saying Epstein's name, it all matters because there's been such an environment created in our country where we've normalized all of this harm. I mean, for Pete's sake, this man made it all the way to the presidency of the United States, and he's the effing best friend of Epstein. It's like, that was okay. That was okay. And even getting out the emails. So we have to find some way to just keep telling truth in our own communities. That's my opinion. What about yours?Jenny (28:17):Yeah, I love that telling The truth matters. I feel that, and I think trying to stay committed to being a safe person for others to tell the truth too, because I think the level, as you use the word gaslighting, the level of gaslighting and denial and dismissal is so huge. And I think, I can't speak for every survivor, but I think I take a guess to say at least most survivors know what it's like to not be believed, to be minimized, to be dismissed. And so I get it when people are like, I'm not going to tell the truth because I'm not going to be believed, or I'm just going to get gaslit again and I can respect that. And so I think for me, it's also how do I keep trying to posture myself as someone that listens and believes people when they tell of the harm that they've experienced? How do I grow my capacity to believe myself for the harm that I've experienced? And who are the people that are safe for me to go to say, do you think I'm crazy? And they say, no, you're not. I need those checkpoints still.First, I would just want to validate how shit that is and unfortunately how common that is. I think that it's actually, in my experience, both personally and professionally, it is way more rare to have safe places to go than not. And so I would just say, yeah, that makes sense for me. Memoirs have been a safe place. Even though I'm not putting something in the memoir, if I read someone sharing their story, that helps me feel empowered to be like, I believe what they went through. And so maybe that can help me believe what I've gone through. And then don't give up looking, even if that's an online community, even if that's a community you see once a month, it's worth investing in people that you can trust and that can trust you.Danielle (30:59):I agree. A thousand percent don't give up because I think a lot of us go through the experience of when we first talk about it, we get alienated from friends or family or people that we thought were close to us, and if that's happened to you, you didn't do anything wrong. That sadly is something very common when you start telling the truth. So just one to know that that's common. It doesn't make it any less painful. And two, to not give up, to keep searching, keep trying, keep trying to connect, and it is not a perfect path. Anyway. Jenny, if we want to hear your talk when you give it, how could we hear it or how could we access it?Jenny (31:52):That's a great question. I dunno, I'm not sure if it's live streamed or not. I think it's just in person. So if you can come to Boston next week, it's at the American Academy of Religion. If not, you basically heard it. I will be tweaking things. But this is essentially what I'm talking about is that I think in order to understand what's going on in this current political moment, it is so essential that we understand the socialization of young white women in purity culture and what we're talking about with Epstein, it pulls back the veil that it's really never about purity. It's about using white women as tropes for Empire. And that doesn't mean, and we weren't given immense privilege and power in this world because of our proximity to white men, but it also means that we were harmed. We did both. We were harmed and we caused harm in our own complicity to these systems. I think it is just as important to hold and grow responsibility for how we caused harm as it is to work on the healing of the harm that was caused to us. 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And honestly, I'm not sure that I believe that.
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You could be a therapist, a coach, or the friend who swears she knows better—and still fall for an avoidant man's games after divorce.In this Dear Divorce Diary Premium episode, Dawn, Joy, and Tiffini get brutally honest (and hilariously real) about the ridiculous ways smart women stay hooked—the late-night texts, the lies we half-believed, the crumbs we treated like connection.Then they flip the script with five raw, transformative questions that help you break the trauma bond for good and reclaim your nervous system.This conversation blends cringe, comedy, and clarity—and by the end, you'll never look at that buzz of his name lighting up your phone the same way again.In this episode: • Why even strong, self-aware women ignore red flags after divorce (hint: it's not stupidity—it's nervous-system survival) • How avoidant partners keep you emotionally addicted and how to spot the pattern in real time • A simple somatic tool (ankle rolls + humming) to calm your body when you're tempted to text back • Five journal-ready questions that change everything about how you respond to those “Hey stranger” messagesListen for: The Confession: Real stories that make you say, “Oh my God, me too.” The Reveal: Why your body mistakes anxiety for attraction—and how to break that cycle. The Breakthrough: What it takes to stop letting him control your nervous system.Ready to heal for real? Subscribe to Dear Divorce Diary Premium for just $5/month. You'll get access to: ✨ Monthly live workshops with Coach Tiffini ✨ Exclusive healing sessions and somatic tools ✨ Every uncensored episode that goes where the public feed can't
If you find yourself obsessively attached to someone who hurts you, is it a sign of a trauma bond? I'll tackle this challenging subject, shedding light on why you might stay in a relationship despite enduring hurtful behavior and what this could mean for your sense of self-worth and emotional well-being.
I'm sharing the truth about a trauma bond I was in—how it formed, why I stayed, and what it took to finally break free. This isn't a highlight reel or a neatly packaged story. It's the messy reality of living in a cycle of harm and hope, of being pulled in and pushed away, of mistaking control for care.If you've ever been asked, “Why didn't you just leave?”—or asked yourself the same thing—I want you to know this episode isn't about shame. It's about understanding. It's about the hooks that keep you tied to someone who hurts you, the ways your nervous system gets rewired to see pain as love, and the hope that becomes the glue keeping you in place.I'll walk you through the moments I clung to, the patterns I couldn't see until I was out, and the shift that finally allowed me to step away. My hope is that by the end, you'll see yourself more clearly—whether you're still in it, rebuilding after it, or trying to make sense of it years later.Support the showJoin the Patreon: https://patreon.com/Youarenotcrazy *New Course*: Unhooked: Map the Cycle of Abuse in your Relationship Website: Emotional Abuse Coach and high-conflictdivorcecoaching.comInstagram: @emotionalabusecoachEmail: jessica@jessicaknightcoaching.com{Substack} Blog About Recovering from Abuse {E-Book} How to Break Up with a Narcissist{Course} Identify Signs of Abuse and Begin to Heal{Free Resource} Canned Responses for Engaging with an Abusive Partner
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Support the showWelcome to Trauma Bonding to Secure Relationships with Dr Sarah — the podcast that helps ambitious individuals and couples heal trauma bonding and toxic relationship cycles to build secure attachments and loving healthy relationships. Hosted by Dr Sarah, psychologist, relationship strategist, and founder of Heal Trauma Bonding and Relationship Success Lab, this show guides you through practical tools and deep insights on: ✅ Healing from trauma bonding, anxious attachment style, and codependency ✅ Building emotional resilience and secure attachment styles a✅ Improving communication, empathy, and emotional intimacy✅ Reclaiming your identity, boundaries, and self-worth✅ Creating lasting relationship happiness and passion Whether you're recovering from betrayal, navigating codependency, or simply ready to break free from the past, this podcast gives you the clarity, strength, and strategy to move forward We hope you got massive value from this episode for your own healing and relationship progress. However if you do want to discuss your situation further, click here https://calendly.com/relationshipsuccesslab-info/discovery-call LinkedIn: Dr Sarah (Alsawy) DaviesInstagram handle: @dr.sarahalsawy https://www.healtraumabonding.com https://www.relationshipsuccesslab.com
Submit your question to be answered on air to the Fan Mail link below!Can you really heal a trauma bond—or is the damage permanent? This week's Fan Mail features two powerful questions. The first comes from a YouTube listener who asks: “Is it really possible to break a trauma bond? Even Dr. Ramani says she still struggles daily—so what's the point of fighting, especially if kids are involved?” The second comes from a listener in New York, New York who wants to know: “Why do narcissists cheat—and how can you tell if it's happening to you?” In this episode, Dr. Kerry unpacks the reality of healing from trauma bonds, offering both hope and hard truth, and explores the eight most common reasons narcissists cheat—plus the warning signs to watch for in your relationship. Submit Your Question If you would like your question addressed on air, please respond here: https://kerrymcavoyphd.fillout.com/fan-mail ****************************************Stay in Touch Dr. Kerry!YoutubeInstagramTikTokFacebookMore About Dr. KerryKerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D, a retired psychologist and author, is an expert on cultivating healthy relationships and deconstructing narcissism. Her blogs have been featured in Mamami, YourTango, Scary Mommy, and The Good Men Project. In Love You More, Dr. McAvoy gives an uncensored glimpse into her survival of narcissistic abuse, and her workbook, First Steps to Leaving a Narcissist, helps victims break free from the confusion common in abusive relationships. She hosts the Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse podcast and offers trauma-related advice on social media.Support the show
The emotionally abusive relationship can sometimes be hard to define. How long must abusive behavior go on before actually admit that what's really happening is abuse?
Some endings aren't meant to be rewritten. In this episode, I get into why it's so tough to let go and why “spinning the block” usually leads to more chaos. I'll discuss how to find emotionally equipped partners, what it means when a man asks you to hang out but never follows through, and the harsh reality of why holding onto "what used to be" keeps you stuck. If you've ever needed the truth about whether that spark is real or just a trauma bond, you are about to get it.Work with me, sign up for the newsletter, or take the dating quiz: https://confidencechris.com/Chapters00:00 Waiting For Commitment25:33 When They Spin the Block32:45 How to Find Someone Healed41:47 “I Want to See You” But No Action48:34 Intense Spark or Trauma Bond?
I'm sharing one of the most requested and emotionally charged topics: the trauma bond. This episode is part of my private podcast series Unhooked: Mapping the Cycle of Abuse, and I felt it was important to bring it here too—for anyone who's stuck in the pain, confusion, or shame of staying in a relationship they know is harming them.We explore why trauma bonds form, how they keep you hooked, and what it takes to begin breaking free. This isn't just about naming abuse—it's about understanding how your nervous system got wired for survival in an environment where love and harm coexist.Inside this episode:What a trauma bond actually is (and how it's different from love)Why your body clings to the person who hurts youSigns you might be trauma bondedWhy it feels impossible to leave—even when you know the truthWhat happens during withdrawal after leavingHow to start untangling yourself, one step at a timeThe myth of mutual abuse and why blaming yourself keeps you stuckThis conversation comes directly from Unhooked, my in-depth series designed to help you map your personal cycle of abuse, reconnect to your clarity, and take back your power. If what you hear in this episode resonates, I invite you to join me inside the full series.
You know the relationship isn't healthy. Your friends see it. You feel it. So why can't you let go? Maybe you've said something like:"They're not perfect, but we have a deep connection.""When it's good, it's really good.""I know I should leave, but I just can't." Today we're diving deep into the neuroscience of trauma bonding: why your brain gets hooked on the highs and lows, what it's trying to protect you from, and how to break free from cycles that feel like love but aren't.____________________________ Full blog and show notes: https://abbymedcalf.com/why-you-stay-the-brain-science-of-trauma-bonding-and-how-to-break-free Try this Self-Assessment Quiz and Reflection Guide: Is It Love or a Trauma Bond? https://abbymedcalf.com/trauma-bonding-assessmentGet Therapy-to-Go bundle! Join Abby's One Love Collective: https://abbymedcalf.com/substack or purchase it here. Learn how to create and hold healthy, loving boundaries with my book Boundaries Made Easy: Your Roadmap to Connection, Ease and Joy https://abbymedcalf.com/boundaries or The Workbook: Boundaries Made Easier https://abbymedcalf.com/boundaries-workbook Want to feel happier and more connected in your relationship? Buy my #1 bestselling book on Amazon, Be Happily Married: Even If Your Partner Won't Do a Thing: https://abbymedcalf.com/book____________________________ Looking for past episodes of the Relationships Made Easy Podcast? Head over to https://abbymedcalf.com/podcast-the-archives where you'll find past episodes. Subscribe today to get my love letter to you! This biweekly reminder will keep you on the path to creating connected, happy relationships (especially the one with yourself!). https://abbymedcalf.com A great idea to stay motivated and keep your head in a positive direction is to buy some of my fabulous, inspirational merchandise. Get yourself a t-shirt, mug, tote bag or notebook with that daily reminder that you've got this! https://abbymedcalf.com/shop Say hello on social:Substack: https://substack.com/@abbymedcalfphdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbymedcalfthrivingLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/abbymedcalfthrivingYouTube: https://abbymedcalf.com/youtube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Trauma Bonding—a term that's often misunderstood and sometimes avoided because naming it means facing the abuse beneath it. In this episode, I break down what a trauma bond is (and isn't), why it's more than “shared trauma,” and how it functions as an emotional and physical addiction. Then, we talk about something that might feel uncomfortable: the places where you do have control once you've recognized you're trauma bonded.I cover:The truth about intermittent reinforcement and why it keeps you hookedWhy naming a trauma bond matters for healingHow to treat it like an addiction without shaming yourselfSmall, doable ways to create space and reclaim your powerHow to stop looping on them and start focusing on youResources & Links:Join the Patreon: Exclusive bonus content, Q&A, unreleased material — https://patreon.com/YouarenotcrazyTrauma Bonding Playlist: Every episode I've recorded on this topic — https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6iOynoEO7SelaOTe2yzne0?si=CvyvQYn9QWutSgYAJmG-8w&pi=o4AQRKjrQ_mh5 Coaching & Support: emotionalabusecoach.comSupport the showJoin the Patreon: https://patreon.com/Youarenotcrazy *New Course*: Unhooked: Map the Cycle of Abuse in your Relationship Website: Emotional Abuse Coach and high-conflictdivorcecoaching.comInstagram: @emotionalabusecoachEmail: jessica@jessicaknightcoaching.com{Substack} Blog About Recovering from Abuse {E-Book} How to Break Up with a Narcissist{Course} Identify Signs of Abuse and Begin to Heal{Free Resource} Canned Responses for Engaging with an Abusive Partner
Jamie Lynn is a marriage and family therapist, FHM cover model, and returning guest on the podcast. She openly shares her personal journey through abuse, healing, and professional growth, offering insight into mental health, narcissism, and self-worth. Her experience gives her a powerful and compassionate voice in both therapy and public conversations. 00:00:00 – Intro 00:01:12 – Clarifying The Drama 00:02:25 – Is He a Narcissist or Just Not Into You? 00:03:37 – Patterns vs Red Flags 00:04:50 – Empathy or Lip Service? 00:06:02 – Women and the Victim Mindset 00:07:15 – Misusing Pop Psychology 00:08:27 – Victimhood as an Identity 00:09:40 – Manipulation Through Guilt 00:10:53 – The Trap of Empath Label 00:12:05 – Nobody Really Cares 00:13:18 – “That Won't Work for Me” Syndrome 00:14:30 – Linking Therapy & Fitness 00:15:43 – Physical Health, Mental Health 00:16:55 – Skirting Around the Truth 00:18:08 – What Body Positivity Hides 00:19:20 – Therapists and Avoidance 00:20:33 – CBT vs Real Change 00:21:46 – Rewiring the Brain 00:22:58 – Behavioral Activation Basics 00:24:11 – Depression vs Inactivity 00:25:24 – The “Just Move” Advice Debate 00:26:36 – Labeling People Isn't Helpful 00:27:49 – Diagnosing Doesn't Fix It 00:29:01 – Narcissist vs NPD 00:30:14 – Court-Ordered Therapy Explained 00:31:27 – Behavior Without Remorse 00:32:39 – Stop Dating Red Flags 00:33:52 – Healing Without Closure 00:35:04 – Bullet Removal Analogy 00:36:17 – Imposter Syndrome or Self-Doubt 00:37:30 – Split Thinking in Success 00:38:42 – The Root is Low Self-Esteem 00:39:55 – Specific vs Situational Confidence 00:41:07 – Authenticity vs Insecurity 00:42:20 – Childhood Trauma & Belief 00:43:32 – Abusive Home Life 00:44:45 – Religious Confusion & Abuse 00:45:57 – Growing Through Education 00:47:10 – Forgiveness Is For You 00:48:22 – Letting Go of Justice 00:49:35 – Closure Is Not Reconnection 00:50:48 – Resentment Bonds You 00:52:00 – Forgiveness and Spiritual Freedom 00:53:13 – Narcissist Still Controls You 00:54:25 – Heal to Stop Obsessing 00:55:38 – Abundance as Antidote 00:56:51 – Betrayal Still Hurts 00:58:03 – Forgiveness Is Daily Work 00:59:16 – Busy Over Bitter 01:00:28 – Power of Forward Vision 01:01:41 – No One Is Coming to Save You 01:02:53 – How She Met Her Ex 01:04:06 – Attracted to Power 01:05:18 – First Signs of Manipulation 01:06:31 – Creating Jealousy Early 01:07:43 – Triangulation Tactics 01:08:56 – Control Through Insecurity 01:10:08 – Going to Therapy After Abuse 01:11:21 – Why She Chose Psychology 01:12:34 – Knowing Her Purpose Early 01:13:46 – Happiness Through Work 01:14:59 – Not Idle, Not Depressed 01:16:11 – Focus on the Future 01:17:24 – Saving Herself, Not Waiting 01:18:36 – First Red Flags in Marriage 01:19:49 – Idealizing False Safety 01:21:02 – Ignoring the Warning Signs 01:22:14 – When Love is a Trauma Bond 01:23:27 – Psychological Abuse Isn't Loud 01:24:39 – The Power of Projection 01:25:52 – Living for Someone Else 01:27:04 – Silence as a Weapon 01:28:17 – Leaving Without Closure 01:29:30 – Self-Worth After Breakup 01:30:42 – Dating While Healing 01:31:55 – Falling Into Old Patterns 01:33:07 – Looking for Safe Chaos 01:34:20 – Why Trauma Feels Like Home 01:35:33 – Fantasy Relationships 01:36:45 – Emotional Safety vs Excitement 01:37:58 – Recognizing Real Love 01:39:10 – Drama Isn't Chemistry 01:40:23 – Trust Takes Time 01:41:35 – Slow is Safe 01:42:48 – Conflict Avoidance Patterns 01:44:01 – Learning to Speak Up 01:45:13 – Boundaries Are Self-Love 01:46:26 – When to Walk Away 01:47:38 – Coaching vs Counseling 01:48:51 – What Clients Really Need 01:50:04 – Accountability Over Validation 01:51:16 – The Truth About Change 01:52:29 – Helping People Who Won't Help Themselves 01:53:41 – Final Thoughts on Narcissism 01:54:54 – Leaving the Past Behind 01:56:06 – Stay Grounded in Reality 01:57:19 – The Power of Reflection 01:58:31 – Own Your Healing 01:59:44 – Thank You Jamie Lynn
The BPD Fantasy Why Codependents Are Stuck(From My Codependency Inside Out Surviving Cluster B Podcast)The BPD Fantasy of who you thought they were and then that loss, over and over again, is why Codependents are stuck in the Fantasy and Trauma Bond abandoning self not knowing how to face your own multi-layered pain now. The idea of letting go feels like an imminent ending to who you used to be, who you have lost in the BPD relationship that was a BPD Fantasy.https://ajmahari.ca/sessions - Sessionshttps://ajmahari.ca/podcasts - Podcastshttps://ajmahari.com - Online Store new info Products coming soonThis podcast is ranked in the Top 100 Relationships Podcasts on feedspot.com at:100 Best Relationship Podcasts You Must Follow in 2025Million Podcasts has ranked this podcast in the top 60 Codependency Podcasts,the top 100 Narcissistic Abuse Podcasts and the top 100 in their Toxic RelationshipPodcast lists.https://www.millionpodcasts.com/codependency-podcasts/https://www.millionpodcasts.com/narcissistic-abuse-podcasts/https://www.millionpodcasts.com/toxic-relationship-podcasts/
Slam the Gavel welcomes Darlene Orvieto from MA, Kim Gordon and Robert Garza from TX to the podcast to discuss the delicate conversation between parents of Parental Alienation and Domestic Violence issues within the family court system. To Reach Robert Garza: robertgarza.us or FacebookTo Reach Darlene Orvieto: Facebook/ Massachusetts Corruption ExposedKim Gordon: dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.comSupportshow(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)Maryann Petri: dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.comhttps://www.tiktok.com/@maryannpetriFacebook: https://www.youtube.com/@slamthegavelpodcasthostmar5536Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guitarpeace/Pinterest: Slam The Gavel Podcast/@guitarpeaceLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maryann-petri-62a46b1ab/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@slamthegavelpodcasthostmar5536 Twitter https://x.com/PetriMaryannEzlegalsuit.com https://ko-fi.com/maryannpetrihttps://www.zazzle.com/store/slam_the_gavel/about*DISCLAIMER* The use of this information is at the viewer/user's own risk. Not financial, medical nor legal advice as the content on this podcast does not constitute legal, financial, medical or any other professional advice. Viewer/user's should consult with the relevant professionals. Reproduction, distribution, performing, publicly displaying and making a derivative of the work is explicitly prohibited without permission from content creator. Podcast is protected by owner. The content creator maintains the exclusive right and any unauthorized copyright infringement is subject to legal prosecution. Support the showSupportshow(https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maryannpetri)http://www.dismantlingfamilycourtcorruption.com/
Today is our final mini episode and we talk what the hell a trauma bond even is. Don't forget, if your'e on Patreon there's a 4th mini episode waiting for you there! Send us a text message to be anonymously read and responded to! Support the showYou can find Sara on Instagram @borderlinefromhell. You can also find the podcast on IG @boldbeautifulborderline Corey Evans is the artist for the music featured. He can be found HERE Talon Abbott created the cover art. He. can be found HERE Leave us a voicemail about your thoughts or questions on the show at boldbeautifulborderline.comIf you like the show we would love if you could rate, subscribe and support us on Patreon. Patreon info here: https://www.patreon.com/boldbeautifulborderline?fan_landing=true Purchase Sara's Exploring Your Borderline Strengths Journal at https://www.amazon.com/Exploring-Your-Borderline-Strengths-Amundson/dp/B0C522Y7QT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=IGQBWJRE3CFX&keywords=exploring+your+borderline+strengths&qid=1685383771&sprefix=exploring+your+bor%2Caps%2C164&sr=8-1 For mental health supports: National Suicide Pr...
Love can feel like a double-edged sword, cutting deep despite the tender moments. Or is that really love? Caring and kindness mixed with toxic, controlling behaviors create a dangerous emotional cocktail of bonding and trauma.
Heartbreak to Wholeness: Untangling the Mindf*ck of Narcissistic Relationships
Have you ever asked yourself, “Why can't I let go of someone who's clearly hurting me?”If you've been caught in the emotional highs and lows of a toxic or narcissistic relationship and felt too confused, ashamed, or overwhelmed to explain what was really happening, this episode is for you.In this episode you will:Understand what a trauma bond feels like and how its different than loveBe able to name the three red-flag
We dive into the Trauma Bond: how it forms, why it's so hard to leave, and what recovery really looks like. This isn't just about red flags or textbook definitions. This is about the lived experience—the confusion, the craving for relief, the grief that shows up even when you finally leave.I walk through the invisible hooks that keep survivors attached: intermittent reinforcement, emotional manipulation disguised as love, and the powerful conditioning that teaches us to find safety in what's familiar—even when it hurts. I also share pieces of my own story, including what it felt like to be silenced, blamed, and slowly erased in a relationship that mirrored old wounds I hadn't yet healed.You'll hear about:The difference between love and emotional captivityHow trauma bonds are wired into your nervous systemWhy you still miss them even after they hurt youWhat gaslighting does to your sense of selfHow to begin un-gaslighting yourself and rebuild your truthSupport the showWebsite: Emotional Abuse Coach and high-conflictdivorcecoaching.comInstagram: @emotionalabusecoachEmail: jessica@jessicaknightcoaching.com{Substack} Blog About Recovering from Abuse {E-Book} How to Break Up with a Narcissist{Course} Identify Signs of Abuse and Begin to Heal{Free Resource} Canned Responses for Engaging with an Abusive Partner
Why is it so hard to leave — even when you know the relationship is toxic? In this powerful episode, we expose the hidden truth behind trauma bonding with a covert narcissist. It's not just emotional confusion — it's chemical addiction. You're not addicted to the person; you're addicted to the highs, the relief, the dopamine rush that follows emotional chaos. And while you're chasing connection, they're chasing something else entirely: your Fix-It Mode. We'll break down the neuroscience of trauma bonding, explore why your empathy is being exploited, and uncover why the narcissist needs to keep collapsing — just to keep you engaged. This isn't love. It's survival mode. If you've ever felt trapped in the cycle of emotional whiplash — adored one moment, blamed the next — this episode will help you see the pattern for what it is… and finally begin to break free.
In love addiction, we may find ourselves feeling betrayed by a partner-- even if we don't know for sure that something is going on--while doubting our instincts, believing we're too sensitive, and giving an emotionally unavailable partner the benefit of the doubt. This feeling adds to our anxiety, and whatever information a partner is withholding adds to the dysfunction of the relationship...and we stay in the cycle of love addiction hoping things will change. In this episode Jodi talks with betrayal trauma therapist, Lindsay Haverslew, about the reality of betrayal trauma. Jodi and Lindsay share personal experiences with betrayal, and discuss signs that a partner is emotionally unavailable, tips for identifying a trustworthy person, and much more. Show notes and resources: Music by JD Pendley Link to Jodi's website and additional resources Lindsay's website and instagram Lindsay mentioned the work of Jennifer Freyd and Dr. Kevin Skinner and the book Unleashing Your Power Disclaimer: This podcast is shared for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for mental health treatment with a licensed mental health professional or to be used in place of the advice of a physician. If you are struggling please don't delay in seeking the assistance of a licensed mental health practitioner or healthcare professional. If you're in crisis please visit NAMI.org or call 1-800-273-TALK for 24-hour assistance.
Ever had someone hectically overshare in dating? Maybe about their ex, or their mental health, or their trauma? They might be floodlighting.Dee chats to couples therapist Liz Neal about why people do it, when it can be manipulative, how to handle someone who overshares, and what to do if you're the floodlighter. DM us your thoughts, questions, topics, or to just vent at @triplejthehookup on IG or email us: thehookup@abc.net.auThe Hook Up is an ABC podcast, produced by triple j. It is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.
Support the showLet's develop relationship fitness and cultivate fulfilling, secure, and loving relationships. Specialising in relationships, attachment problems and trauma bonding, Dr Sarah is on a mission to help you end negative cycles, create a secure relationship template, improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional intimacy. Stop self-sabotaging behaviours now and begin to self-actualise. Working with business leaders, entrepreneurs, high achievers and perfectionists. Whether you are wanting to strengthen your current relationship and save your marriage, or you are healing from heartbreak to start a fresh, set yourself up for relationship success. Get marriage counselling near you in person or online, sign up to one of Dr Sarah's luxury retreats, and continue your path to success. www.relationshipsuccesslab.com Sign up to the exclusive retreat: www.relationshipsuccesslab.com/retreatContact: info@relationshipsuccesslab.com LinkedIn: Dr Sarah (Alsawy) Davies Instagram handle: @dr.sarahalsawy Find resources on: https://www.relationshipsuccesslab.com/relationship-quiz Subscribe to Dr Sarah: Relationship Success Lab on Spotify or Apple Podcasts
In this powerful and deeply insightful episode of Breaking the Trauma Bond with Lisa Happ , Rhonda Noordyk, CDFA®, sits down with divorce coach and survivor Lisa Happ to unpack the layered realities of high-conflict divorce—especially when narcissistic abuse, coercive control, and parental alienation are in play. Together, they offer transformational strategies for women navigating these emotionally charged separations, empowering them to recognize abuse, reclaim their voice, and create a safe, healing home environment for themselves and their children. Whether you're in the midst of a difficult divorce or supporting someone who is, this episode sheds light on both the pain—and the path to peace. Key Discussion Points:
Trauma Bond with a Narcissist – Episode 336 of the Divorce University Online Podcast. Trauma bonds are created through a biochemical reaction in your body similar to addiction. So, it's no wonder we have trouble breaking free, long after the relationship has ended. We often continue on the emotional rollercoaster that is a relationship with a narcissist. How do you know if you have a trauma bond and what can you do to break it? To learn more about how I can support you in achieving success in your custody matter, please schedule a free strategy session at www.divorceuniversityonline.com/vip-coaching. Thanks for listening!
In this episode of The Conscious Love Show, we address a powerful question: Can you ever really let go of a trauma bond? If you've ever found yourself stuck in a relationship that feels magnetic yet unhealthy, this episode will provide you with the clarity and tools you need to break free from the grip of a trauma bond. We'll explore what trauma bonds are, how they develop, and why they can feel so hard to release. I'll also share practical steps on how to heal from these patterns, rebuild your self-worth, and create space for healthier, more fulfilling relationships. If you've struggled to move on from a connection that's held you captive emotionally, this episode will offer guidance on how to truly let go and reclaim your power.
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Are you stuck in a relationship you *know* is toxic but still feel drawn to the narcissist who hurt you? In this episode of the Enough is Enough Podcast, Dr. David Clarke explains why breaking free feels impossible, and what you can do to finally let go. You'll discover: ✅ The psychology behind trauma bonding ✅ Why your brain keeps craving the narcissist ✅ The hidden lies keeping you stuck ✅ Practical steps to reclaim your freedom Dr. Clarke is a Christian psychologist who helps people break free from toxic relationships and rebuild their lives with truth and courage. If you're ready to stop the cycle and start healing, this podcast episode is for you.
In this eye-opening episode of the Enough is Enough podcast, Dr. David Clarke dives deep into the behaviors of intimacy avoiders and narcissists. Are you struggling to understand why your partner seems emotionally distant, manipulative, or unable to connect on a deeper level? It could be that you're dealing with one of these two challenging dynamics. Dr. Clarke explains how to identify the key signs of intimacy avoidance versus narcissistic traits and the subtle yet crucial differences between the two. If you've ever wondered why your relationship feels unfulfilling or emotionally draining, this episode will help you gain clarity and understanding. By the end of this podcast episode, you'll know how to recognize these toxic behaviors and take the necessary steps to protect your emotional well-being.
If you're struggling to understand why you can't let go of the narcissist, this podcast episode is a must-listen. Dr. Clarke provides valuable insights and actionable steps to help you break free from this emotional cycle and reclaim your life.
In this powerful episode of the Enough is Enough podcast, Dr. David Clarke breaks down the concept of trauma bonds and why they can be so difficult to escape. If you've ever felt trapped in a toxic relationship, whether with a narcissist or someone who manipulates your emotions, this episode is for you. Get my book Codependent Hell: https://www.davideclarkephd.com/product-page/codependent-hell Dr. Clarke explains what trauma bonds are, how they form, and why they make it so hard to leave unhealthy relationships. He offers practical advice on how to recognize when you're in a trauma bond and steps you can take to break free from its grip. This episode is a must-watch for anyone struggling with emotional manipulation, narcissistic abuse, or simply trying to understand why they keep going back to someone who hurts them. Watch now and take the first step toward healing and reclaiming your life.
What if everything you believed about healing and personal transformation was being used against you?In this episode of Bewitched, Nicole Cherie Hesse pulls back the curtain on the psychological and emotional stranglehold that Betty—the so-called spiritual mentor—had over her life. What started as a pursuit of self-discovery and growth turned into a high-control, cult-like environment where devotion was demanded, obedience was expected, and questioning was punished.Nicole entered the relationship with Betty from a place of ambition and a desire to work with a woman who embodied spiritual entrepreneurship. Initially impressed by Betty's visibility, network, and her promise of deep, transformational work, she soon encountered unethical sales tactics and misleading revenue claims. Nicole describes how Betty used spiritual teachings as weapons—convincing her to ignore her instincts, surrender personal autonomy, and submit to a system that prioritized Betty's ego over real transformation. How does a mentor create an environment where independent thought feels like betrayal?What does it take to wake up and see the manipulation for what it truly is?And once the spell is broken—how do you recover from the damage left behind?Nicole's story is one of awakening, resistance, and ultimately, escape. If you've ever felt uneasy about a spiritual leader's control or questioned whether a community was truly supporting your growth, this episode will strike a nerve.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:53) The Deeper Trauma Work(01:58) The Sacred Money Mind Program(04:31) In Today's Episode...Nicole Cherie Hess: Finding Betty(09:11) The Unethical Sales Call and The Revenue Share Deal(12:53) 6 and 7 Figures Who?(21:55) The Dark and Devious Companion - A.K.A. Olivia Benson(34:27) The San Diego Retreat and Further Doubts(37:45) Strange Flight Experience and Disappointing Expectations(42:53) Wolf Sanctuary Shock: It's a Drug Deal(50:53) What Business Advice?(54:12) Conspiracy Theories, Scientology, and The Compound(01:04:19) Trauma Bond(01:08:00) The Mexico Retreat Brings Financial Realizations and Withdrawal(01:10:37) The Final Retreat Invitation, Narcissistic Manipulation, and Day Trading(01:16:20) Hi, I'm Bumblebee - The Last Call: Hitting You Where It Hurts(01:26:16) Lessons Learned... Moving Forward(01:31:26) A Piece of Advice on Red Flags**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**Leave a review, send us a screenshot and get a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.The Sacred Money Mind is returning April 1st. This is like nothing you've ever experienced when it comes to uncovering and dissolving what is unconsciously standing in the way of you attracting and normalizing larger amounts of money.Dissolve Your Core Wound Live Event I'm so excited to announce that Saturday, March 29th from 10-6pm, I'll be at the Philadelphia Rebirthing Center. This immersive day combines expert teaching, experiential work, and deep healing to create lasting change.CONTACT NICOLE IG moneymakingunicornsListen to Real Unicorns Don't Wear PantsCONTACT ALYSE@alyse_breathesalysebreathes.cominfo@alysebreathes.com
Oh boy. Ricky Glassy is back for his 5th appearance on Trash & this time brings longtime/first time friend of Esther and Ricky, Brent Mornin. Oh boy. Believe it or not this episode may be more awkward then the last Rick eppy except this time, the comics (wait for it) get vulnerable. They talk relationships, punching down, murdered first loves, frozen semen, playing versus hurting feelings + much more. We love this little slice of vulnerability & encourage all our male slugs to follow the lead of Brent & Ricky — we hope it was as cathartic for you as it was for us.
Have you ever stopped to ask yourself, are they really a narcissist? The complexities of narcissistic relationships can be overwhelming, leaving you questioning your own sanity. However, it's crucial to understand that the word "narcissist" is merely a label, not a definition of your worth. The spectrum of narcissism is vast, with varying behaviors and traits that can make it challenging to pinpoint. Remember, no true narcissist would ever question their own narcissistic tendencies. If you find yourself pondering this, it's a sign that you're not the problem. Instead, focus on your healing journey, as the path to recovery is not an easy one. Seek support, explore your emotions, and reclaim your voice. Your well-being is paramount, and with the right guidance, you can break free from the cycle of narcissistic abuse. 0:00 Introduction and Podcast Rebrand 1:14 Upcoming Episodes and Guest Interviews 2:48 Identifying Narcissists and the Narcissism Spectrum 4:44 Impact of Narcissistic Relationships on Victims 7:41 Physiological and Emotional Effects of Narcissistic Abuse 11:36 The Abuse Cycle and Trauma Bond 13:09 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Quiz link https://m.me/carolinestrawson?ref=podcast Podcast Resources: Join my FREE Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/thriveafternarcissisticabuse Access my low cost Narcissistic Trauma Recovery Programme https://go.carolinestrawson.com/heal-the-trauma-of-narcissistic-abuse Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinestrawson/ Find me on TikTok!: https://www.tiktok.com/@carolinestrawson My website: https://www.carolinestrawson.com/
Why does breaking a trauma bond feel so painful? You'd think that freedom would feel… free. That you'd walk away from the narcissist and instantly feel lighter, happier, and at peace. But instead, you're feeling lost, confused, maybe even grieving a relationship that you know was toxic.The truth? This pain doesn't mean you're failing—it means God is working. He's not just setting you free; He's breaking the chains that kept you bound in the first place.In today's podcast, we're uncovering 3 undeniable signs that God is breaking the trauma bond—even if it doesn't feel like it yet. We'll also talk about what true freedom from a narcissist actually looks like, so you can stop second-guessing yourself and getting sucked back into a never ending toxic cycle.FREE Narcissist Survival Guidehttps://krisreece.com/narcissist-surv...
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Have you struggled to let go of your relationship with a narcissist? The trauma bond created in narcissistic abuse can feel like an addiction, with physiological reasons behind the difficulty to break free. Understanding the hormone secretions and brain chemistry involved is key to developing the necessary strategies, intention, and awareness to heal. Somatic tools and deep trauma work are essential for thriving after narcissistic abuse, as simply ignoring the situation or waiting for time to heal often falls short. Recognising the unseen, psychological nature of this abuse, rather than focusing on visible bruises, is crucial. Becoming a cycle breaker and raising awareness about narcissistic traits and coercive control can empower both the individual and the broader community. With the right support and education, it is possible to overcome the trauma bond and reclaim your life after narcissistic abuse. 0:00 Trauma Bonding and Addiction 1:08 Upcoming Masterclass and Podcast Relaunch 8:04 Therapy and Coaching Techniques 8:20 Personal Journey and Healing 16:05 Support and Community Podcast Resources: Masterclass link https://carolinestrawson.com/trauma-bond New podcast guest application form https://form.jotform.com/caroline1973/podcast-guest-application Join my FREE Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/thriveafternarcissisticabuse Access my low cost Narcissistic Trauma Recovery Programme https://go.carolinestrawson.com/heal-the-trauma-of-narcissistic-abuse Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinestrawson/ Find me on TikTok!: https://www.tiktok.com/@carolinestrawson My website: https://www.carolinestrawson.com/
Send us your Boys Lie Story by submitting anonymously here.Watch us on Youtube! This week, we're joined by the one and only Kelly Grace Mae (aka Kelly Stranick). Fun fact—Lele and Kelly go way back to their college days (Sko Buffs!), and Kelly was actually our first-ever employee. We dive into the early days of Boys Lie, the chaos we survived together, the mysterious man living in the shack out back, and that time Kelly cracked her head open. Plus, we get into her big move to San Francisco and how she met the love of her life. Buckle up—this episode is a wild ride you don't want to miss!If you want to stalk us, you can find us here: @boyslie, @reptar @leahomalley, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this podcast episode, Dr. David Clarke discusses how to break the narc trauma bond and finally leave the narcissist. https://www.davideclarkephd.com
ناگفتههای چالش های روزانه ما در روابط و اتفاقات زندگی با زبان ساده و عامیانه توسط سولماز برقگیر، لایف کوچ و استراتژیست روابط موثر، روان درمانگر در تورنتو کانادااپیزود ۱۶۶ پادکست "لام تا کلام" : پیوند ناشی از تروما چیست؟چرا بعضی از آدمها با وجود آسیبهای فراوانی که در گذشته دیدند هنوز به رابطهای که بهشون صدمه میزنه وابسته می مونند؟ تروما باند یا پیوند ناشی از تروما چیه؟ چطور ما رو تو چرخهای از درد و امید گیر میاندازه؟ این پیوندهای سمی چطوری شکل می گیرند؟ چرا شکل میگیرند و چطور میشه ازشون رها شد؟ورکشاپ “تکنیک های مرزگذاری” دوره «معجزه قلم و کاغذ با مدیتیشن برای رهایی از اسارت ترس»دریافت دوره "رهایی از هیولای استرس و نگرانی"دریافت دوره خود محکم در هفت قدمدریافت دوره هفت سنگ بنای رابطه موثرLam Ta Kalam is a Well-received Farsi PodcastEpisode 166: Trauma BondTabling Thoughts CastboxTabling Thoughts SpotifyTabling Thoughts Apple Podcastبا تشکر از مهدی پسیان عزیز برای موسیقی متنراه ارتباطی: admin@barghgir.comاینستاگرام: solmaz_barghgir_coachوبسایت: https://www.barghgir.com/farsiیوتیوب: https://youtube.com/@solmazbarghgir
Our first TNM reviews of 2025 hit the runway with The Night Flight Orchestra, Wardruna, The Halo Effect, The Great Old Ones, Trauma Bond, & Grief Ritual, and we pay tribute to one of the greatest left-field artists and dreamers of all time David Lynch.The Night Flight Orchestra 45:00Wardruna 1:07:53The Halo Effect 1:28:45The Great Old Ones 1:44:48Trauma Bond 2:00:34Grief Ritual 2:10:30
Episode Summary: In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Nadine Macaluso, renowned therapist and trauma expert, shares her journey of overcoming a toxic relationship with "The Wolf of Wall Street" and explains the dynamics of trauma bonds. Together, we explore how these relationships form, why they're so difficult to leave, and actionable steps for breaking free and rebuilding your life. Dr. Nae offers profound insights, practical strategies, and hope for anyone trapped in a trauma bond. Key Topics Covered: 1. Dr. Nadine's Personal Journey Married to the infamous “Wolf of Wall Street,” Jordan Belfort, and the realities behind the glamour depicted in the movie. Her experience with love bombing, coercion, abuse, and the eventual breaking point that led her to leave. How her journey inspired her to become a therapist specializing in trauma and toxic relationships. 2. What Is a Trauma Bond? A toxic, dysfunctional relationship characterized by power imbalance and cycles of intermittent reinforcement (e.g., love bombing followed by abuse). Key conditions: One partner seeks control while the other becomes emotionally attached despite the harm. The confusing mix of highs and lows that keeps people trapped in these relationships. 3. Recognizing a Trauma Bond Signs of a trauma bond: self-sacrifice, self-abandonment, and rationalizing abusive behavior. The importance of radical acceptance and recognizing the reality of the relationship. Dispelling the myth that the victim is at fault for the abuse. 4. Breaking Free from a Trauma Bond The importance of having a plan before leaving: gather financial, legal, and personal resources. Learning to “wear the mask” and act normal while preparing your exit. Why reaching out for support and building resilience in a safe community is critical. 5. Rebuilding Your Life After Leaving Turning the focus inward: rediscovering who you are, addressing developmental trauma, and strengthening your self-worth. The role of self-care, therapy, and community in stabilizing after a trauma bond. Embracing the healing journey as an opportunity to create a life you love. 6. Dr. Nae's Advice for Healing Abuse is never the victim's fault, and healing is possible for everyone. The importance of recognizing the impulse to heal and following it step by step. Building new neural pathways to replace patterns of shame and self-blame with empowerment. Key Takeaways: Trauma bonds are rooted in control and manipulation, not love. Recognizing the reality of the relationship is the first step to breaking free. Healing requires a plan, support, and the willingness to prioritize your self-care and growth. The power to rebuild your life lies within you, and a brighter, healthier future is possible. Resources Mentioned: Dr. Nadine's Website: DrNae.com Free assessments and resources, including a trauma bond assessment. Dr. Nadine on Social Media: Instagram: @NadineMacaluso TikTok: @DrNaeLMFT Dr. Nadine's Book: Run Like Hell Available on her website and Amazon. Subscribe to the PBT Institute's resources for more on healing from betrayal and transforming your life! The PBT Institute: Break free from the pain of betrayal and find safety, love, and trust again. For the betrayed – Reclaim: Heal from your betrayal and take your life back. For the betrayer – Rebuild: Heal yourself and help heal the heart you broke. Take the Post Betrayal Syndrome Quiz – Post-Betrayal Syndrome Quiz Want to become a Certified PBT Coach/Practitioner? Check out our FREE masterclass here. Closing Message: If you're in a trauma bond or recovering from one, know that healing is possible. With the right support, resources, and inner work, you can rebuild a life filled with freedom, strength, and love. Follow Dr. Nadine for more insights and take that first step toward your breakthrough today.
Have you been through the narcissistic abuse cycle? The insidious pattern of love bombing, devaluation, and hoovering can leave you feeling trapped, questioning your own sanity. Caught in the web of this toxic dynamic, the trauma bond becomes a physiological addiction. Your body craves the dopamine highs and cortisol rushes, even as your mind yearns for peace. But know this: the fault lies not with you, but with the manipulative tactics of the narcissist. Recognising the patterns of this cycle is the first step towards reclaiming your power. Through intentional self-care and somatic healing, you can break free from the narcissistic abuse and rediscover your true, authentic self. The journey may be arduous, but the rewards of liberation and self-love are worth the effort. Take that first brave step towards a life free from the narcissist's control. 0:00 Understanding Narcissistic Behavior 1:27 Caroline Strawson's Journey and Mission 2:29 Challenges of Leaving a Narcissistic Relationship 5:42 The Narcissistic Abuse Cycle: Love Bombing 8:49 The Narcissistic Abuse Cycle: Devaluation 11:14 The Narcissistic Abuse Cycle: Hoovering 13:19 Breaking the Trauma Bond 15:44 The Role of Somatic Healing in Trauma Recovery 17:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Podcast Resources: Join my FREE Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/thriveafternarcissisticabuse Access my low cost Narcissistic Trauma Recovery Programme https://go.carolinestrawson.com/heal-the-trauma-of-narcissistic-abuse Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinestrawson/ Find me on TikTok!: https://www.tiktok.com/@carolinestrawson My website: https://www.carolinestrawson.com/
— “No matter how confused, self- doubting or ambivalent we are about what's happening in our interactions with other people, we can never entirely silence the inner voice that always tells us the truth. We may not like the sound of the truth, and we often let it murmur just outside our consciousness, not stopping long enough to listen. But when we pay attention to it, it leads us towards wisdom, health and clarity. That voice is the guardian of our integrity.” ~Susan Forward, Ph.D. Valeria interviews Rhonda Van De Geest — She is a Certified & Accredited Narcissistic Abuse Specialist , Somatic Trauma Informed Coach, PreKure Mental Health Coach and trained practitioner of Living Wisdom Pastoral Therapy and Brainspotting. Rhonda is the founder of Victory Overwhelming, a Mental Wellness Coaching Service which takes a holistic approach to helping people free themselves from the effects of Narcissistic Abuse and Intergenerational Trauma. Rhonda's passion is to help people gain Victory over their Overwhelming emotions, caused by narcissism, trauma and spiritual abuse. Rhonda coaches clients to help them regain the four fundamental emotional needs which trauma destroys – their sense of Safety, Significance, Purpose and Innocence (freedom from guilt and shame). She combines the latest Brain/Body neuroscience, Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems, ACT and Pastoral Therapy for Somatic Belief Reprogramming to help clients gain awareness of and learn to overcome the barriers preventing them from living a more fulfilling life. Her unique combination of skills fills a gap in the existing mental health system, helping clients for whom traditional ‘talk-therapies' have not provided the desired outcomes. Healing occurs in the body, mind and soul. Whether you need a one-off consultation or ongoing support, it's important to get support from someone who not only has personal understanding of severe trauma, but has overcome it to experience post traumatic growth. Rhonda helps people all over the world via online and in person coaching. Contact Rhonda to explore how you can best work together to meet your needs. To learn more about Rhonda Van De Geest and her work, please visit: https://www.victoryoverwhelming.com/
What does going through and breaking the trauma bond with a narcissist feel like? What does it look like? Get the information straight from the hearts of survivors and thrivers. What's going on beautiful people, if the is your first time seeing my face or hearing my voice, my name is Lee and I am a self aware narcissist. I have narcissistic personality disorder ( NPD ) and I've been in therapy for my personality disorder since 2017 and it has definitely changed my life because without it, I would have lost everything. The point of these videos is to help bring awareness from the other side of the narcissistic *buse spectrum. All my videos give perspective on why many narcissists do what they do and the possible different reasons behind them. The victims get validation and the Narcissists get to see that you can get help and that you are not alone Website - www.mentalhealness.net Courses/Groups - https://courses.mentalhealness.net 1 on 1's and all my links - https://beacons.page/mentalhealness Self Love Journal - https://a.co/d/70L3zKb Remember, It's not your fault - https://a.co/d/2WNtdKJ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mentalhealness/support