14. Understanding Narcissism: How to Break Toxic Relationship Patterns with relationship mentor Maria Rei

There is nothing I find more inspiring than a powerful story of turning pain into purpose (it’s the reason this podcast exists after all!!) In part 2 of my conversation with Relationship Mentor Maria Rei, Maria shares her story of surviving narcissistic abuse within relationships and how her own experiences have shaped her path as a coach, helping women break free from toxic relationship patterns.This is an incredibly insightful, raw conversation raising awareness on such an important topic and Maria shares her story so beautifully, I really hope you take away as much from this episode as I did…Topics we’re covering:* Understanding narcissism and how it differs from other toxic behaviours* Behaviour patterns of narcissistic abuse in relationships * The biggest challenges in leaving a narcissistic relationship and how to begin the process* Setting boundaries with a narcissist* Advice for anyone beginning to heal from a narcissistic relationship* Helping someone you think may be in an abusive relationshipAnd so much more…Until next time XListen to part 1 of this conversation HEREResources:Our guest: Maria Rei is a Master Energy Healer, Self Love Leader, and Relationship Mentor. She is also the creator and host of The Femme Cast podcast. Maria empowers you to break free from toxic relationship patterns, choose yourself, and become a magnet for emotionally available relationships through the art of radical self-love and emotional energetics.Find Maria’s Instagram HEREConnect + work with her HEREListen to The Femme Cast Podcast HEREHave you subscribed yet?It would mean the absolute world to me if you would SUBSCRIBE, SHARE OR REVIEW Muse Yourself wherever you get your podcasts!Apple Podcasts | SpotifyJOIN MY COMMUNITY: Subscribe HERE⁠⁠ if you’d like new podcast episodes and blogs delivered right to your inbox. You can subscribe for free or, for less than the price of one latte a month, support my work by becoming a paid subscriberWORK WITH ME: If you’d like to explore how we can work together, you can contact me ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠ Get full access to Muse Yourself at gemmaj.substack.com/subscribe