#038: How To Trust Again After Sleeping With The Enemy - with Shannon Higgins, M.A., LPC-S
This is the 3rd and last part of our mini-series on hidden abuse, narcissism & gaslighting. Part 1 was ep. #028: “Did You just Gaslight Me?”
*Content note: this episode discusses abusive relationships, discretion is advised, particularly between 1hr 8 to 1 hr16*
We cover:
// How do we recover from abusive relationships and how to trust again?
// What are the symptoms that people can experience after they left an abusive relationship?
// Is there a difference in those symptoms if you left a narcissist vs a toxic individual?
// We go over how charming they are and why making a discernment when close to them is hard. We portray this with an extreme example of Marc Dutrou nr: 1 eveil wanted guy when I was growing up and how he charmed his way into an escape.
// Self-forgiveness being a key part of recovery.
// We address what to do if you’re living with your abuser whilst in isolation - Domestic violence shelters are still working even under lockdown.
// After this ordeal, how do you trust again?
// How to deal with the abuser trying to claw back in.
// The predator-to-prey symbiosis phenomenon.
// Do some maybe have a deep desire to be toyed with or have a fantasy for total annihilation, is it a thing?
// We finish up with successful recovery stories and The Tiger King.
Mentions in the episode:
// https://www.angie-s.com/podcasting-taster-session
// Katy Perry - Wide Awake (Official Video)
Find Shannon: https://unlockingfortitude.com/ & on insta @shannonhigginslpc
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