It's not your fault! Narcissism, Manipulation, Gaslighting & How To Heal Yourself With Caroline Strawson

Caroline Strawson, trauma therapist and coach, discusses narcissistic abuse and the importance of healing from it. She explains that narcissistic abuse is often misunderstood and overlooked because it happens behind closed doors.   Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction: Caroline Strawson and Narcissistic Abuse 06:02 Understanding Narcissism: A Spectrum Perspective 09:05 Behavioral Patterns in Narcissistic Relationships 11:28 Self-Blame and Projection in Narcissistic Abuse 15:14 Moving Forward: Creating Safety and an Exit Strategy 24:46 Healing and Post-Traumatic Growth   Resources & Links:  Drop Us A Review On The Podcast + Send Us A Screenshot & We'll Send You Niyc's Proven Unstoppable Success Business Blueprint Completely FREE (value $5,000)  Grab Carolines book "How To Heal After Narcissistic Abuse" now:  https://carolinestrawson.showit.site/pre-order  Follow: Niyc Pidgeon @niycpidgeon Caroline Strawson @carolinestrawson Key Takeaways: Narcissistic abuse is often misunderstood and overlooked, but it is a form of domestic abuse that happens behind closed doors. Narcissism is not a black and white concept, but rather a spectrum. It is important to understand narcissism through a trauma-informed and internal family systems lens. Those who experience narcissistic abuse often have core emotional wounds and protector parts that come up to distract and soothe them. Healing from narcissistic abuse is a lifelong journey that involves building capacity in the nervous system, regulating emotions, and re-parenting the wounded inner child. Community support and validation are crucial for healing from narcissistic abuse.