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THE VIBRANT SURVIVOR -How to Identify a Narcissist, Narcissistic Abuse, Toxic Relationships, Trauma Healing, Health, Wellness's title: THE VIBRANT SURVIVOR -How to Identify a Narcissist, Narcissistic Abuse, Toxic Relationships, Trauma Healing, Health, Wellness | Lesley Cain - Health and Wellness Coach, Trauma Informed Coach, Healthy Boundaries Coach
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Hey, Survivor!
Are you in a season of caregiving? A card-carrying member of the sandwich generation? You’re not alone!
In this episode, I’m sharing some lessons I’m learning while co-caring for my mom, who is living with dementia. I get into the emotional realities of caregiving, ambiguous loss and anticipatory grief, narcissistic and toxic family dynam...
Hey, Survivor!
How do you feel, when other people don’t get you?
Trauma is often misunderstood by friends, family members, and even helping professionals. It can feel frustrating, invalidating, and discouraging.
In this episode, I talk about common misconceptions about trauma, why trauma responses aren't choices, and how survivors can navigate feel...
Hey, Survivor!
Have you ever unexpectedly run into the narcissistic or toxic individual who hurt you?
Do you feel conflicted over whether or not to embrace them…literally?
What does that feel like in your body?
In this episode, I’m sharing some things to keep in mind, for your peace of mind. Whether it’s a narcissistic ex, toxic co-worker o...
Hey, Survivor!
After years of surviving, healing, caregiving, and helping others, many narcissistic abuse survivors struggle with something unexpected: receiving.
In this episode, I’m exploring why joy, rest, opportunities, and even personal dreams can feel uncomfortable after trauma—and why it's okay to embrace them anyway.
If you struggle with receiving...
Hey, Survivor!
What is trauma really?
In this episode, I share a recent personal experience with a trauma response and explain an important distinction: trauma is not what has happened to you—it's your body's response to what happened.
We’ll explore how trauma responses can appear years after an event, why panic attacks are not a choice, and how understan...