Heal The Hurt How To Reclaim Your Authentic Self From A Narcissist
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Oct 14, 2023 
Michelle, a brave survivor of a nine-year marriage with an alcoholic narcissist, shares her powerful journey of healing. She recounts her struggles with denial and the challenge of self-forgiveness. Together with Kenny, they explore how childhood trauma influences relationships and why we often choose unavailable partners. Through techniques like Emotional Freedom Technique, Michelle begins to release resentment and embrace her authentic self. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-care and creating a fulfilling life outside codependency.
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Marriage Mirrored Childhood Abandonment
- Michelle describes marrying a deployed military man she met online and later discovering alcoholism and narcissism.
- She realized the relationship mirrored her childhood abandonment and neglect.
Forgiveness Starts With Self
- Forgiveness often fails because we haven't forgiven ourselves first.
- Kenny explains denial keeps us repeating trauma to avoid admitting our part.
Anchor Calm With A Vivid Scene
- Use a peaceful sensory image to anchor feelings before emotional work.
- Kenny guides Michelle to choose a vivid 'flow' scene (snorkeling in Fiji) to return to after tapping.
