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EPISODE · Feb 17, 2026 · 54 MIN

22 Years of Narcissistic Abuse — Denise Kavaliaukas

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🕊️ 22 Years of Narcissistic Abuse — Join Guest Denise Kavaliaukas, Divorce Doula, Certified Personal Empowerment Coach, and Founder of The Calm Divorce Method™, together with Host Tina Huggins, Divorce & “Narcissist Conflict” Grief Specialist, on The Awakening. This powerful and compassionate conversation sheds light on long-term narcissistic abuse, the hidden emotional toll it takes, and the path to healing, clarity, and empowerment. Learn how to recognize patterns, reclaim your voice, and move forward with strength, calm, and self-trust. Streamed on https://www.newstreamingnetwork.com/ More About Tina: Tina Huggins, CTA Life Coach certified, CDC Divorce Coach, CDC Transitions Coach, CDC Recovery Coach, TKG Restorative Family Mediator Certified, TKG Family Circle Certified. I have coached for over 30 years coming from the background of law enforcement and self-defense instructor. Tina lived in an abusive relationship ending up with a broken hand, separated ribs, and a dislocated leg from fights during the relationship. Contact Info: [email protected] https://divorcecoachspecialist.com/ More about Denise Kavaliauskas: She is a Divorce Doula, Certified Personal Empowerment Coach, and founder of The Calm Divorce Method™, an exclusive framework that helps women navigate high-conflict divorce feeling calm, confident, and courageous. Since 2016, Denise has supported women divorcing narcissistic and toxic partners, guiding them to regulate their nervous systems, make empowered decisions, and avoid the costly emotional and financial mistakes that often occur when fear leads the process. After surviving a 22-year narcissistic marriage herself, Denise blends lived wisdom with grounded strategy to help women protect their peace, their children, and their future. She is also the founder of the Life After Narcissism Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to helping survivors rebuild stable, self-sufficient lives after abuse. Denise’s work is rooted in one guiding principle: "One calm, clear woman can shift the entire outcome of a divorce. And if that woman is you? GAME OVER." Contact Denise: [email protected] www.YourDivorceDoula.co Life After Narcissism Foundation

🕊️ 22 Years of Narcissistic Abuse — Join Guest Denise Kavaliaukas, Divorce Doula, Certified Personal Empowerment Coach, and Founder of The Calm Divorce Method™, together with Host Tina Huggins, Divorce & “Narcissist Conflict” Grief Specialist, on The Awakening. This powerful and compassionate conversation sheds light on long-term narcissistic abuse, the hidden emotional toll it takes, and the path to healing, clarity, and empowerment. Learn how to recognize patterns, reclaim your voice, and move forward with strength, calm, and self-trust. Streamed on https://www.newstreamingnetwork.com/ More About Tina: Tina Huggins, CTA Life Coach certified, CDC Divorce Coach, CDC Transitions Coach, CDC Recovery Coach, TKG Restorative Family Mediator Certified, TKG Family Circle Certified. I have coached for over 30 years coming from the background of law enforcement and self-defense instructor. Tina lived in an abusive relationship ending up with a broken hand, separated ribs, and a dislocated leg from fights during the relationship. Contact Info: [email protected] https://divorcecoachspecialist.com/ More about Denise Kavaliauskas: She is a Divorce Doula, Certified Personal Empowerment Coach, and founder of The Calm Divorce Method™, an exclusive framework that helps women navigate high-conflict divorce feeling calm, confident, and courageous. Since 2016, Denise has supported women divorcing narcissistic and toxic partners, guiding them to regulate their nervous systems, make empowered decisions, and avoid the costly emotional and financial mistakes that often occur when fear leads the process. After surviving a 22-year narcissistic marriage herself, Denise blends lived wisdom with grounded strategy to help women protect their peace, their children, and their future. She is also the founder of the Life After Narcissism Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to helping survivors rebuild stable, self-sufficient lives after abuse. Denise’s work is rooted in one guiding principle: "One calm, clear woman can shift the entire outcome of a divorce. And if that woman is you? GAME OVER." Contact Denise: [email protected] www.YourDivorceDoula.co Life After Narcissism Foundation

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