203. The Difference Between Self-Care and Escaping After Narcissistic Abuse

Hey, Survivor! Have you ever started feeling better after narcissistic abuse, a toxic relationship, or a traumatic season of life—only to feel guilty for being happy? Maybe you're enjoying your newly-found freedom, reconnecting with people, making plans, or rediscovering yourself. And you have a voice telling you that you shouldn't be happy, that you should be doing more, or that moving forward minimizes what has happened. You have nothing to prove. Your happiness matters, and so does the life you're creating now. In this episode, I’m talking about why guilt can show up as life gets better and how you can learn to make room for joy without dismissing your pain or your values. If you, or someone you know, are feeling guilty for enjoying your life after narcissistic abuse or other traumas, this is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode and tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Have you ever wondered when you'll finally feel like yourself again after narcissistic abuse, toxic relationships, or trauma? Healing can leave us longing for the person we were before—when we trusted more easily, felt safer in relationships, or lived a more carefree life. In this episode I’m exploring why healing isn't about returning to your old self. It's about acknowledging what you've lost, recognizing how you've grown, and creating a life that’s authentically you. If you need some encouragement as you continue to heal, grow, and navigate your relationships, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode and tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Has your healing changed your relationships? Relationship changes are a natural part of narcissistic abuse recovery. Your tolerance for toxic people and relationships, your boundaries, your connections to others, and grief may be impacted by your growth. In this 200th episode, I’m sharing 3 reasons why healing changes relationships. If you need some encouragement as you continue to heal and navigate your relationships, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode and tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! What can travel teach us about healing? France and Morocco, taught me some lessons about trauma recovery, self-regulation, boundaries, rest, resilience, and joy. In this episode, I’m sharing how healing creates capacity—not only to survive, but to dream, explore, connect, and thrive. If you need some inspiration for post-traumatic growth after narcissistic abuse, toxic relationships, and other adversity, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode and tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Have you been told to “get over it and move on,” after narcissistic abuse? Healing is not about forgetting. In this episode, I explore grief, triggers, expectations, and why recovery from trauma isn’t linear. If you are feeling pressure to get over your narcissistic or toxic relationship and move on, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode and tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact [email protected]