Best Narcissistic Critic Podcasts (2024)

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"Am I asking for too much vs my partner has to meet my needs" 44:47

2h ago44:47

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Support the Show. Set yourself up for relationship success and get the best marriage advice. Whether you're surviving infidelity, solving relationship problems, improving your relationship, growing your self-worth and confidence amidst a trauma bond, here's the place to be. Helping you to feel relationship empowered and set you up for relationship …

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14: I'll Take The Stairs With Ellyn Marsh 51:05

7h ago51:05

51:05

I'll Take The Stairs Merch 25% of Sale Proceeds go to Season of Justice! https://www.terranewellsurvival.com/s... https://seasonofjustice.org Terra and Ellyn discuss their initial meeting and the misunderstandings that led to a heated confrontation. They reflect on how they were able to turn the situation around and build a strong friendship. They …

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Quick Tips for Therapists: Helping Your Clients Develop a Sense of Self-Worth 4:23

2d ago4:23

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Leslie Becker-Phelps, PhD, author of The Insecure in Love Workbook, shares how to help your clients develop a sense of self-worth. Leslie is an internationally published author, speaker, and psychologist. She is a trusted expert on relationship issues,and author of Insecure in Love and Bouncing Back from Rejection. She writes a blog called Making C…

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13: Ethical True Crime Research With Haley Gray 40:31

3d ago40:31

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Haley Gray, a researcher and writer in the podcasting industry, discusses her work in ethical true crime research and her involvement in advocacy projects. She emphasizes the importance of conducting thorough research using reliable sources such as court documents and newspapers.com. Haley also shares tips for working with families of victims, incl…

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Parental Anxiety with Debra Kissen, PhD 42:48

4d ago42:48

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Debra Kissen, PhD, coauthor of Overcoming Parental Anxiety, joins us to discuss parental anxiety. Debra is a licensed clinical psychologist, and CEO of Light On Anxiety CBT Treatment Center. Kissen specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety and related disorders, and is coauthor of The Panic Workbook for Teens, Rewire Your Anxiou…

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NEW - Reviewing Critical Warning Signs of an Unhealthy Relationship and More! 40:03

4d ago40:03

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In this special episode, we examine 10 classic warning signs of an unhealthy relationship. We also take another look at "The Template Every Abuser Follows". Then we talk about the many differences between a healthy and an unhealthy relationship. Within this episode, we describe what dating abuse and domestic violence are. NOTE: If you are a survivo…

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142. Trauma and the Electrical System of the Body 22:58

6d ago22:58

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Tis week we explore the process of energy production in the body and how it relates to trauma and toxic stress. we look at the cellular mechanisms of energy production and how trauma and toxic stress disrupt them. We also look at how to increase our energy in order to help us when we are healing. Learn more about the Whole Health Lab Connect with u…

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5 Signs You Create Your Toxic Relationship 29:25

6d ago29:25

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5 Top reasons why you may unknowingly enable your toxic relationship I often hear from clients about the difficulty of taking responsibility, especially when you're stuck in a victim mindset, hoping someone else, like a therapist or partner, will save you. Sometimes, it's easier to wait for rescue than to be your own rescuer. This brings me to the …

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A Nameless Dread: Understanding Psychotic-Level NPD 29:14

8d ago29:14

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In this episode, Dr. Ettensohn draws on psychodynamic dimensional models of personality development to describe narcissism and NPD at the psychotic level. Characterized by compromised reality testing, symbiotic object relations, low integration between parts of the self, and the use of reality-distorting defense mechanisms, psychotic-level NPD repr…

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Super-Informative Interview w/ "Narcissist Apocalypse" podcast host, Brandon Chadwick. 43:41

8d ago43:41

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This time, I am interviewing Brandon Chadwick, the esteemed host of Narcissist Apocalypse podcast. Narcissist Apocalypse is a raw and unfiltered podcast that gives a voice to survivors of domestic violence. Brandon Chadwick has been interviewing guests since 2019. Specifically, interviewing survivors of narcissistic and domestic violence abuse. Bra…

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Narcissistic Abuse and Gaslighting with Katelyn E. Baxter-Musser, LCSW 38:30

11d ago38:30

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Katelyn E. Baxter-Musser, LCSW, author of The DBT Workbook for Narcissistic Abuse and Gaslighting, joins us to talk about narcissistic abuse and gaslighting. Katelyn is a licensed clinical social worker, EMDRIA-approved consultant, and certified in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). In addition to her private practice, she is a national presenter …

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Rerelease: Karen Widdoss - Left for Dead by Her Ex-Boyfriend. 59:40

11d ago59:40

59:40

We reprise a previous episode that deserved to be heard once more for the warning signs that this survivor missed, and the lessons she learned the heard way. Karen Widdoss is a courageous survivor of a murderous assault she suffered when she was a young teen. In the summer of 1994, her ex-boyfriend attacked her and nearly took her life. How she man…

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141. Trauma and the Role of the HPA Access, with Wendy Airoso 32:05

12d ago32:05

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Join us as our cofounder Wendy Airoso explains the impact of trauma and chromic stress on the cells of our body. She discusses the way our cells work as well as why they function the way they do. She and Leina also discuss ways to reduce the impact of PTSD and toxic stress, starting with micro-steps. Learn more about the Whole Health Lab Connect wi…

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5 Toxic Communication Red Flags And Fixes 21:14

13d ago21:14

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Learn about the 5 risk factors in communication within your relationship: criticism, defense, dismissive, gaslighting, and stonewalling. Join me on my Empowered Communication Workshop: www.relationshipsuccesslab.com/workshops Support the Show. Set yourself up for relationship success and get the best marriage advice. Whether you're surviving infide…

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Quick Tips for Therapists: Working with Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents 4:26

16d ago4:26

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Lindsay C. Gibson, PsyD, leader of the Healing for Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents Online Course, shares how to treat adult children of emotionally immature parents. Lindsay is a clinical psychologist and psychotherapist with more than thirty years’ experience working in both public service and private practice. Her books—including t…

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12: Fighting For Custody In Montreal With Lorraine 34:19

16d ago34:19

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Lorraine Elizabeth shares her story of being in a narcissistic, abusive relationship and the impact it had on her life. She discusses how she met her ex-partner and the gradual escalation of abuse. Lorraine talks about the control and manipulation tactics used against her, including financial abuse, isolation, and gaslighting. She also highlights t…

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Live with Dr. Ettensohn 4-26-24 1:35:00

17d ago1:35:00

1:35:00

Dr. Mark Ettensohn answers questions and responds to viewer comments in a livestream broadcast from 4-26-24.By Mark Ettensohn, Psy.D.

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Understanding Narcissism and Positive Trauma 52:34

17d ago52:34

52:34

Nick and John discuss how overcoming positive trauma can help you improve your life. If you can Feel it we can Heal it!By Nick Davis

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"Charlee" - Pt 2 of 2 - Abused as a Young Child and Later as an Adult Lesbian. 54:22

17d ago54:22

54:22

This is part one of a two-part story My conversation with Charlee touches on areas we have not visited previously. She was born a twin to a mother who disliked children. Her twin brother might have had it worse because her mother hated men. It is debatable who made Charlee's younger years more miserable: her mother, her alcoholic, father, her sexua…

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Psychosis with Maggie Mullen, LCSW 46:39

18d ago46:39

46:39

Maggie Mullen, LCSW, author of The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbook for Psychosis, joins us to discuss psychosis. Maggie is a clinical social worker, national trainer, and community activist with more than a decade of experience helping people navigate psychosis. They specialize in culturally responsive, evidence-based care for psychoti…

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"Charlee" - Pt 1 of 2 - Abused as a Young Child and Later as an Adult Lesbian. 53:55

18d ago53:55

53:55

This is part one of a two-part story My conversation with Charlee touches on areas we have not visited previously. She was born a twin to a mother who disliked children. Her twin brother might have had it worse because her mother hated men. It is debatable who made Charlee's younger years more miserable: her mother, her alcoholic, father, her sexua…

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140. PTSD and Internal Family Systems (IFS); An Effective Method to Heal From Trauma 13:35

19d ago13:35

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This week Leina discusses the efficacy of IFS interventions in treating PTSD. Learn more about the pillars of this treatment approach as well as why it is effective with PTSD, depression, anxiety, and other disorders. Learn more about the Whole Health Lab Connect with us! Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/ Instagram: @mendingtrauma Facebook: @…

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"I want a man"... but not too much. What is it to be a man in a relationship? 41:18

20d ago41:18

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In this episode, we're diving into the complex topic of what it means to be a man, especially in 2024. You might think it's straightforward, but with all the mixed messages out there, it's anything but easy. Men often feel lost in a sea of conflicting expectations: be emotional, be strong, be a provider, but also be sensitive. It's like they're sea…

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11: Little Voices And Surviving A Narcissist With Kiersten Hathcock 35:07

21d ago35:07

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To most who know her, Kiersten Parsons Hathcock is a Shark Tank-winning, self-taught carpenter & furniture designer who defied the odds and built an internationally-known furniture company out of her garage. But what most don't know is that she's also an ordinary woman who was thrown into extraordinary circumstances at the age of 36 when she sudden…

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Feeling the Heal With Director of Wellness John Edmonson, MS, LPC-S 1:03:20

25d ago1:03:20

1:03:20

We're back after a long break. Director of Wellness John Edmonson, MS, LPC-S is here explaining who he is, what he does, and how he helps people heal. If you can Feel it we can Heal it!By Nick Davis

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Sarah - Pt 2 of 2 - This Family's Multi-generational Abuse Continues 44:37

24d ago44:37

44:37

This is part two of a two-part story from Sarah, who lives in Australia. Sarah and her siblings grew up in New Zealand under the tyrannical reign of a merciless stepfather. This man ruled their home with an iron fist that was directed mostly at Sarah's mother. For ten years, they needed to be on guard from his abusive behavior. Her mother bore the …

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Psychological Fortitude and Black Mental Health with Rheeda Walker, PhD 45:22

25d ago45:22

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Rheeda Walker, PhD, author of The Unapologetic Workbook for Black Mental Health, joins us to talk about psychological fortitude and Black mental health. Rheeda is an award-winning professor of psychology at the University of Houston, and author of the self-help phenomenon, The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health. Rheeda is also author of No R…

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Sarah - Pt 1 of 2 - This Family's Multi-generational Abuse Continues 1:05:46

25d ago1:05:46

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This is part one of a two-part story from Sarah, who lives in Australia. Sarah and her siblings grew up in New Zealand under the tyrannical reign of a merciless stepfather. This man ruled their home with an iron fist that was directed mostly at Sarah's mother. For ten years, they needed to be on guard from his abusive behavior. Her mother bore the …

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139. Hyper-vigilance and Relationship Conflict 16:35

26d ago16:35

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This week, Leina explains the causes and symptoms of hyper-vigilance. She explores the way that hyper vigilance causes us to misperceive other peoples behavior, which can lead to misunderstandings and conflicts within our relationships. She also shares interventions that can be used to help calm down your nervous system, which will directly impact …

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Recovering from Narcissism & Relationship Equality 30:35

28d ago30:35

30:35

If you have been trauma bonded, in a relationship with someone with narcissistic tendencies, or have been in a battle where you feel belittled, controlled, criticised and coerced - this episode is for you. Support the Show. Set yourself up for relationship success and get the best marriage advice. Whether you're surviving infidelity, solving relati…

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Quick Tips for Therapists: The Key to Treating Borderline Personality Disorder 4:03

1M ago4:03

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Daniel J. Fox, PhD, leader of the Taking Charge of Borderline Personality Disorder Online Course, shares the key to treating borderline personality disorder. Daniel is a licensed psychologist in Texas, an international speaker, and an award-winning author. He has specialized in the treatment and assessment of individuals with personality disorders …

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Julia - Pt 3 of 3 - Argentinian Woman Speaks of Abuse by American Man 41:19

1M ago41:19

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This is part three of a three-part story. Julia is an Argentinian woman. As a child, she dreamt of coming to the US to further her education and experience all she had seen on TV and read in books. He path was to become a hard-working au pair as a way to financially make ends meet. She also loved children of all ages. For a while, everything fell i…

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10: We Support Cassie With Vanessa Reiser 34:38

1M ago34:38

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Vanessa Reiser, a psychotherapist specializing in narcissistic abuse, discusses her work and personal experiences with domestic violence and cult abuse. She highlights the manipulative tactics used by narcissists and cult leaders, emphasizing the psychological damage they inflict. Vanessa also discusses the challenges of seeking justice in the cour…

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Julia - Pt 2 of 3 - Argentinian Woman Speaks of Abuse by American Man 39:31

1M ago39:31

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This is part two of a three-part story. Julia is an Argentinian woman. As a child, she dreamt of coming to the US to further her education and experience all she had seen on TV and read in books. He path was to become a hard-working au pair as a way to financially make ends meet. She also loved children of all ages. For a while, everything fell int…

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Compulsive Reassurance Seeking with Amanda Petrik-Gardner, LCPC 42:57

1M ago42:57

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Amanda Petrik-Gardner, LPC, author of The Compulsive Reassurance Seeking Workbook, joins us to discuss compulsive reassurance seeking. Amanda is an obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB) specialist, licensed in multiple states. She is a member of the International OCD Foundation, the TLC Foundation for BFRBs…

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Julia - Pt 1 of 3 - Argentinian Woman Speaks of Abuse by American Man 41:06

1M ago41:06

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This is part one of a three-part story. Julia is an Argentinian woman. As a child, she dreamt of coming to the US to further her education and experience all she had seen on TV and read in books. He path was to become a hard-working au pair as a way to financially make ends meet. She also loved children of all ages. For a while, everything fell int…

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138. What is CPTSD and How is it Different than PTSD? 11:45

1M ago11:45

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Join Leina this week as she explains and explores the difference between CPTSD and PTSD. She notes the three additional symptom clusters that are associated with CPTSD, and shares a sense of hope about emerging and upcoming treatments for both PTSD and CPTSD. Learn more about the Whole Health Lab Connect with us! Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.…

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"I'm not good enough" to my partner: Inadequacy and Criticism 29:01

1M ago29:01

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Today, we're diving into the complex question: "Am I a good enough partner, and am I doing the right things in my relationship?" This issue arises frequently in my practice, often tangled with skewed perceptions of what constitutes good partnership. Many strive to please their partner, often at the cost of neglecting their own needs or engaging in …

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CORRECTED: Candi Rose - Pt 2 of 2 - Mother. Stripper. Felon. Author. Intimate Partner Survivor. 45:49

1M ago45:49

45:49

(THIS IS THE CORRECTED TRACK FOR CANDI ROSE. We apologize for the confusion we caused by running "Candi Rose Pt 1 of 2" Part 1 twice. We will do better quality control as we move along.) This is part two of a two-part narrative with Candi Rose. Candi Rose is her actual name. Her full name is Candace Rose. She was bullied in high school to the point…

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Candi Rose - Pt 1 of 2 - Mother. Stripper. Felon. Author. Intimate Partner Survivor. 43:58

1M ago43:58

43:58

This is part one of a two-part narrative with Candi Rose. Candi Rose is her actual name. Her full name is Candace Rose. She was bullied in high school to the point where her mother moved her to a different school. There she fell in with the wrong crowd. Things became worse as she made a series of unfortunate decisions. Her lack of experience, wisdo…

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Wired for Love with Stan Tatkin, PsyD, MFT 51:29

1M ago51:29

51:29

Stan Tatkin, PsyD, MFT, author of Wired for Love, joins us to talk about the neuroscience of love. Stan is a clinician, teacher, researcher, and developer of the psychobiological approach to couples therapy (PACT). He and his wife, Tracey Boldemann-Tatkin, cofounded the PACT Institute to train other mental health professionals worldwide to use this…

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Mary Fernandez - Interviewing Bill Mitchell on "Leadership, Legacies, and Legends Unleashed" 57:21

1M ago57:21

57:21

I attended a podcast convention earlier this year. I left some leave-behinds and business cards with the hope of landing guests spots on national podcasts. It's another way to get the word out about dating abuse and intimate partner violence. Soon after the convention, I was contacted by Mary Fernandez, the host of the "Leadership, Legacies and Leg…

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137. PTSD, Trauma, and the Missing Diagnoses in the DSM-5 13:54

1M ago13:54

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This week Amy and Leina discuss some of the limitations in the DSM-5 in regards to cPTSD, learn how the World Health Organization has determined that this is a valid diagnosis, and ways to get help even if your therapist cannot diagnose cPTSD. Learn more about the Whole Health Lab Connect with us! Website: https://www.mendingtrauma.com/ Instagram: …

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Playing the victim. It hurts when you're hurt, but being a victim hurts even more 23:08

1M ago23:08

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Today's discussion is going to delve into a tough topic, but it's crucial for understanding. I've personally experienced hurt from my partner, and I yearn for them to acknowledge my pain, apologize, and grasp the impact of their actions. This sentiment resonates widely, whether in ongoing relationships or after a breakup. When we've been criticized…

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Quick Tips for Therapists: Helping Your Clients to Let Go of Self-Criticism 4:13

2M ago4:13

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Leslie Becker-Phelps, PhD, author of The Insecure in Love Workbook, shares a tip for helping your clients let go of self-criticism. Leslie is an internationally published author, speaker, and psychologist. She is a trusted expert on relationship issues, and author of Insecure in Love and Bouncing Back from Rejection. She writes a blog called Making…

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9: Surviving Breast Cancer And Critics With Rasha Pecoraro 25:39

2M ago25:39

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Rasha is Fauna Hodel's youngest daughter, and is Co-Host of "Root of Evil: The True Story Of The Hodel Family and The Black Dahlia" Podcast with her sister, Yvette Gentile. Rasha and Yvette also helped Patty Jenkins and Chris Pine bring their mother's life story to the small screen in TNT's Limited TV Series, "I Am The Night". Rasha is a Plus Size …

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Healing Sexual Trauma with Erika Shershun, MFT 46:48

2M ago46:48

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Erika Shershun, MFT, author of Healing Sexual Trauma Workbook, joins us to discuss healing sexual trauma. Erika is a somatic psychotherapist who specializes in helping sexual trauma survivors reclaim the life they were meant to live. She’s the author of the upcoming Healing Sexual Trauma Guided Journal (March 2025 release), the facilitator of the P…

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136. How to Help a Loved One with Depression 28:39

2M ago28:39

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This week Amy and Leina discuss the struggle that occurs when you watch someone you love battle depression. They make suggestions as to how you can best help someone with depression, including the importance of your own self-care. They also discuss the difficulty of having adult children with depression, and some of the helplessness that can accomp…

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Does my partner care about me? I'm never enough 23:32

2M ago23:32

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So, you're in a spot where you're putting in all this effort to make your partner happy, right? It feels like a constant uphill battle, and no matter what you do, it never seems enough. Sound familiar? Many of us have been there. It's like you're pouring yourself into every aspect of your life just to keep things afloat. For example, you might be h…

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8: Safety Prevention With Nancy From Damsel In Defense 35:10

2M ago35:10

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Meet Nancy Abercrombie, your dedicated guide to all things Damsel. If you're seeking a lively girls' night, Nancy's got just the thing for you with our Warrior Workshops. If you're eager to make a meaningful impact in your community while earning some extra cash, Nancy's ready to introduce you to the Damsel Opportunity. Or, if personal protection i…

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