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EPISODE · Mar 24, 2026 · 18 MIN

#256 The Helpless Hustle

from It’s Not Normal It’s Toxic: Rid Your Life of Toxic People · host Dr. Heidi

Whether you are presently in a toxic relationship or you are trying to rebuild after a toxic relationship it can feel impossible to take the steps you desire. Dr Heidi knows it can feel extreme to ask for help, at least it did for her. Because she has been where you are now, she gets it so her service offerings focus on your needs. Start by taking the Toxicity Profile Analysis for validation or the Survival Mode Assessment for understanding. https://coachingwithdrheidi.com/This episode explores the 'helpless hustle' behavior in toxic personalities, where they pretend to be incompetent to avoid responsibility and control shared tasks. Dr. Heidi provides insights on recognizing this pattern, its impact on relationships, and strategies to protect your time and energy.

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