Even with knowledge that we are experiencing emotional abuse in our relationship it doesn’t mean things will stop and get better. First and for most is making sure physical safety is the priority, then we can activate a plan to make changes. This episode looks at some of the ways in which a stand can be made against emotionally abusive behavior.
Advancing Functional Adult
Dealing with others and responding to the world from our best and most responsible place as an adult is so powerful for getting the most out of self and our relationships with others.
Through awareness and knowing what are the foundations of staying in our most functional adult space are can really help us to stay effective. Dealing with others through a raging adolescent style space or responding form our wounded inner child is only likely to make matters worse not better. Functional adult is a powerful self-development framework to know.
Adult Children Raised By Narcissists Part II
Certain challenges face the adult child of a Narcissist. It is important to become aware of the symptoms that can present in adult life as a result of your childhood experiences. Having knowledge of some of the obstacles is so valuable. Awareness leads to healing and recovery so that you are able to live the functional, joyous life you deserve without having to draw into your life more narcissists in an attempt to heal old wounds.
Adult Children Raised By Narcissists Part I
The experience of being raised by a narcissist can leave some deep wounds to work through as an adult, not to mention still trying to chase the love and affection you deserved from someone who is likely never to be able to give it.
This episode looks at the aspects of the narcissistic parent and what to be aware of if deciding to continue to go forward in relationship with them.
The topic is so large that it has been split into two episodes, Part 1 and Part 2.
Understanding Emotional Abuse
Moments of poor communication or hurtful exchanges are not the same as continual emotionally abusive behaviour that can erode a person’s self esteem and self trust.
Recognising the elements of emotional abuse and just how damaging it can be could be vital for some people in relationship. Self preservation, safety and a refusal to be continually exposed to toxic displays is so important. Through understanding we can begin to make informed changes towards healthier and loving relationships.
Embracing Shame
Toxic shame is a sense that you are wrong not just a feeling that you have done something wrong. The experience of toxic shame can be so terribly strong and drive people to react in all sorts of ways to try to escape the experience. Reacting to shame rather than responding to it often leads to more shame. In order to succeed in life, love and relationships it needs to be confronted and embraced. This episode explores how that can be done.
Emotional Crumbs
Depending on our family system and how our family of origin approached emotions provides us with a back drop of expectations regarding emotions. What we experienced in our family system becomes familiar and can influence our future relationship choices.
If there wasn’t much emotional sharing, acknowledgement and validation then our benchmark for what is acceptable can be quite low without any awareness on our behalf that things could be so much better.
Recognising Verbal Abuse
It is so important to our safety and self-esteem that we are aware of toxic relating patterns that can put us in danger. Verbal abuse is frightening and terrible to experience. It can also be a precursor to physical violence. Knowing how these dynamics operate in a relationship can save a person a lot of pain and confusion. This episode aims to aid in increasing that awareness.
Rushing the Relationship
The start of any new relationship can be thrilling and exciting! However, if we push too quickly and go into the fantasy of how good it is going to be, we miss the chance for intimacy. Taking time, slowing down and being in the present are so vital to building a real relationship!
Looking at Secure Relating
What are some of the characteristics and elements that allow you to know your relationship is operating with secure relating at its base. Additionally, if these elements aren’t presenting as frequently as you like, it allows for a focus so you can continue to create improvement in your relationship.
