Nervous System & Emotional Abuse: Real Conversations on Mom Therapy | Kyle Miller

Get the real conversations and mom therapy you need to heal from emotional abuse. Learn how narcissistic patterns impact your nervous system and find emotional regulation tools.In emotionally abusive relationships, the nervous system often defaults to a "Fawn" response—the act of "walking on eggshells" or people-pleasing to avoid conflict. Visualizing how the nervous system moves through these states helps listeners identify their own survival patterns.Host Erin sits down with certified life coach Kyle Miller to talk about the patterns that show up in emotionally abusive relationships—the kind that slowly erode your sense of self until you don't recognize who you are anymore. This isn't about diagnosing anyone. It's about understanding what power-based dynamics do to your nervous system, and why healing starts with being kind to yourself.In this episode: The Nervous System of Emotional Abuse (06:15): Why power-based dynamics cause a state of constant high alert and "walking on eggshells."Real Conversations on Narcissistic Patterns (15:30): Recognizing patterns of control vs. temporary conflict.Mom Therapy & Self-Compassion (24:10): Dealing with the shame and self-judgment that keep women stuck.Emotional Regulation & Recovery (32:45): Finding trauma-informed support to help your body feel safe again.Kyle shares why most people don't seek help until everything reaches crisis—and what it takes to start trusting yourself again. If you've ever felt like you're walking on eggshells, constantly second-guessing yourself, or wondering if your feelings are valid, this conversation is for you.This episode is part of the March 2026 series: Transition & Thawing—about recognizing what's been frozen and beginning to move toward clarity and healing. This episode serves as essential mom therapy—providing the real conversations and psychoeducation needed to recognize emotional abuse and reclaim your nervous system healthStop the second-guessing. Download EASE for a science-backed Nervous System Reset and tools for Emotional Regulation when you need to feel grounded: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Download Now⁠⁠⁠⁠ :Google Play →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Download Now⁠⁠⁠⁠at App Store →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitappYouTube → @MindCircuitApp Website →⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠@Mindcircuit#Nervous System #Codependency #MomTherapy #SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including episodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "RealConversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on this content. Call or text 988 (in the US and Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.The Mind Circuit App "EASE": Use of the Mind Circuit app is a self-help tool for emotional regulation and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.© 2024 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.Support the Show: If this episode helped you understand your wiring a little better, please follow the show and leave a 5-star review. It helps us reach more people looking for their own "Aha!" moments.