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You're Not Crazy Podcast
You’re exhausted from over-functioning and managing everything to make it all seem okay. You feel very much alone. Your friends don’t understand. You feel you are the only one who understands you. I understand because I’ve been there. And sometimes the first step in healing is feeling validated and knowing that you are not crazy. I hope this podcast helps you normalize your reality and breakthrough Narcissistic and Emotional Abuse. www.emotionalabusecoach.com
Episodes
167 episodes
High-Conflict Co-Parenting During the Holidays
Navigating co-parenting challenges with a high-conflict ex can feel overwhelming—especially during the holiday season. In this episode, I share practical strategies to manage last-minute schedule changes, manipulative behavior, and the emotiona...
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Episode 158
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21:15
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Holidays Without Your Kids
Navigating the holidays without your kids? You're not alone, and this episode is here to support you. On this episode, I dive into the raw realities of spending holidays apart from your children due to divorce or custody arrangements.
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Episode 157
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14:36
Emotional Coercion
This episode dives into emotional coercion—the subtle, insidious tactics designed to control your decisions and behavior without overt aggression. From gaslighting that leaves you questioning your reality to guilt-tripping that makes you feel r...
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Episode 156
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30:06
Coercive Control with Dr Christine Cocchiola
Coercive control is an invisible form of abuse that traps victims in a web of psychological manipulation and domination. In this episode, Dr. Christine—a survivor, protective parent, and advocate—unpacks the strategies abusers use to exert powe...
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Episode 155
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40:13
Financial Coercion with Victoria Kirilloff
Today, we are diving into Financial Coercion with Victoria Kirilloff. Victoria helps to simplify complex financial issues that often arise during divorces involving manipulation and control.In this episode we discover how to identify si...
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Episode 154
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47:03
Last Straw Moments
We’re diving into those powerful "last straw" moments—the times when you feel that unmistakable surge of clarity that enough is truly enough. These moments don’t always come all at once; it might take several before you feel ready to fully brea...
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Episode 153
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29:38
Is it love or is it control?
Is it love or is it control? Often disguised as love, these relationships operate under a foundation of control. In this episode, I explore the myths surrounding relationship breakdowns, moving beyond the usual assumptions of “incompatibility” ...
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Episode 153
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25:57
Why we romanticize past toxic relationships
This episode dives into the fascinating (and frustrating) phenomenon of euphoric recall, where our brains play favorites with our memories, shining a spotlight on those rare “happy” moments while tucking away the pain and manipulation ...
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Episode 152
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12:47
Sexual Coercion
Sexual coercion is often misunderstood or overlooked in conversations about consent. It involves pressuring or manipulating someone into sexual activity through verbal, emotional, or physical means. These actions are frequently hidden behind so...
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Episode 151
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1:02:07
Understanding the Mindset of an Abusive Person
Have you wondered how and why they think the way they do? In this episode, I discuss why abusive individuals struggle with self-reflection and accountability. Discover how their fear of being perceived as 'the monster' fuels defensiveness and c...
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Episode 150
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11:05
Insidious and Not-So-Insidious Control
Relationships with an abusive person often end not because of lost love, but due to a loss of control by one partner. This episode dives deep into the subtle tactics that can manipulate and dominate a relationship without you even real...
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Episode 149
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25:57
The Challenge of Setting Boundaries
One of the most distressing aspects of dealing with an emotionally abusive individual is their persistent disregard for boundaries. Most of us are left feeling powerless. In this podcast, we dive into having boundaries for yourself inste...
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Episode 148
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7:55
Seeing Them for Who They Really Are
Are you finding yourself focusing on your abuser's occasional positive traits rather than acknowledging consistent abusive behavior? It’s not uncommon to see only the best versions of them despite their behavior. This episode will help you accu...
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Episode 147
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6:43
A Relationship with someone w/BPD
Ever feel like you've been on a rollercoaster without a seatbelt? Welcome to a relationship with someone w/BPD. In this episode, I want to break down BPD. We will look at understanding the idealization-devaluation cycle typical in BPD relations...
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Episode 146
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17:09
Is Your Relationship Safe?
Do you feel confused all of the time? Are you wondering if they are a safe person? This confusion frequently arises from past trauma resurfacing or the dynamics of the present relationship. This episode provides an honest self-reflection and th...
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Episode 145
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13:37
Are you feeling crazy after a breakup?
Are you feeling crazy after a breakup? The intense emotional upheaval that follows breaking up with a manipulative partner is insane. Many people find themselves questioning their sanity and grapple with self-blame and confusion—emotions often ...
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Episode 144
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20:22
How to Work with Me
Wondering how to work with me? This episode breaks it down.
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Episode 143
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16:32
Are You Becoming Like Them?
Do toxic relationships make you mirror abusive behaviors?In this episode, I explore a common question: am I just like them? I explore whether living with a narcissist or emotionally abusive partner can make us react in ways tha...
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Episode 142
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11:29
"Co-parenting" with a Narcissist: Interview with Chantal Contorines
Chantal Contorines, a high conflict co-parenting coach and mentor, joins me to delve into the complexities of "co-parenting" with a Narcissist. We discuss strategies for being the best advocate for your child.In this episode, we a...
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Episode 141
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39:24
Q & A Episode: Responding to Fan Mail Questions
This is an emotional and Narcissistic abuse Q and A episode. In this episode, I respond to questions sent through the FanMail option on my podcast host. I listeners' questions are answered regarding patterns of abusive behavior and seeking supp...
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Episode 140
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14:51
What Recovery FEELS Like with Paul Colaianni
Today, Paul interviews me! Paul Colaianni brings his unique perspective as both a former emotionally abusive person turned healer. He shares that abusers often employ grooming tactics like mirroring their victim’s interests to gain trust before...
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Episode 139
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49:18
Beginning to Heal
On this episode, I dive into healing from narcissistic and emotional abuse. This episode covers a few various perspectives and a toolkit for recognizing manipulative behaviors, setting personal boundaries, and nurturing self-love.Key ta...
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Episode 138
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9:53
The Three Faces of Your Partner in an Abusive Relationship
Does it feel like you need to heal from multiple versions of one person? It can feel almost impossible to find acceptance and solace as you heal from a person that did not even truly exist. In this episode, I talk about healing from the love bo...
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Episode 137
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22:01