Powerful Women Rising From Narcissistic Abuse

This week’s episode is an unfiltered look behind the image of strength. I sat down with Dan “Big D” Sachkowsky to talk about what it truly means to lead as a man in today’s world. Not just in business or on the surface, but in the quiet, unseen moments where character is built. We go beyond the highlight reel and into the weight men carry: the responsibility, the pressure, the internal battles no one talks about. This conversation dives into fatherhood, leadership, and the difference between speaking with authority and leading with presence. At its core, this episode explores how God leads a man and what it looks like for a man to answer that call with discipline, humility, and conviction, even when it’s uncomfortable. If you’ve ever questioned what’s really happening behind strong men, this conversation offers a deeper, more honest perspective.

On this week's episode, Erika Rothenberger talks all about living AUDACIOUSLY.  Erika is a nationally recognized keynote speaker, bestselling author of Audacious Expansion, and a powerful voice for bold leadership and resilience. She has appeared on FOX News and was named Dynamic Woman of the Year by Modern Luxury – Philadelphia Style. By day, she serves as Director of Performance Systems at Henkels & McCoy, and by passion, she’s inspiring audiences across the country to lead with courage and expand beyond the limits they once believed possible. A wife, mother of two, entrepreneur, and survivor turned advocate, Erika’s message reminds us that the weight we carry can become the strength that builds us. This is a powerful episode for anyone that is feeling stuck!

This episode is a wake-up call. Lauren Nicole doesn’t just talk about growth, she lives it. In this raw, powerful conversation, we dive into what it actually means to do the work… especially when it’s uncomfortable, unglamorous, and unseen. Because real power? It’s not in the highlight reel. It’s in the discipline. The healing. The moments no one claps for. We break open the truth about community over competition: how the most expansive women aren’t tearing each other down, they’re locking arms, rising together, and creating spaces where everyone gets to win. This isn’t surface-level motivation, this is leadership. If you’re ready to stop waiting, stop comparing, and start becoming, this episode is for you.

What happens when everything falls away…the money, the distractions, the people you thought were your people? You see the truth. In this episode with Kat Zammuto, we get real about starting over, rebuilding from nothing, and the unexpected gift in it all: clarity. Let this be the moment you decide to take your power back. You’re not starting from nothing, you’re starting from truth.

Powerful women don’t just survive narcissistic abuse…they RISE from it. My guest today is Danielle Rambur, a 3-time author and one of my featured authors in Breakdowns to Breakthroughs. She shares her powerful story of walking through the fire of narcissistic abuse, reclaiming her voice, and rebuilding her life from the inside out. She is one of the real ones and it was such an honor to walk with her through her trials and tribulations as I witnessed her resilience and fight for freedom emerge from abuse, betrayal, and abandonment. Her love for God not only was unshakable, it was strengthened through this. A TRUE powerhouse!  This conversation is raw. Honest. Liberating. If you’ve ever questioned yourself, minimized your pain, or wondered if you would ever feel whole again, this is for you. Your breakdown is not the end. It is the birthplace of your breakthrough. 

What happens when the deepest betrayals don’t come from romantic partners but from the women you trusted with your heart, your secrets, and your becoming? In this episode, we dive into the rarely spoken truth about female relational trauma after narcissistic abuse: the fake friends who mirrored you, the frenemies who competed in silence, and the girlfriend breakups that cut deeper than any breakup ever could. We explore how narcissistic dynamics show up in friendships, how loyalty is weaponized, and why your boundaries suddenly made you the villain. This is a conversation about grief, discernment, and power reclamation. About releasing guilt for outgrowing people who only loved you when you were small. About recognizing manipulation disguised as sisterhood and choosing yourself anyway. If you’ve ever been gaslit by a friend, discarded when you healed, or blamed for walking away from emotional chaos, this episode is your reminder: you didn’t lose community—you outgrew a cage. This is for the women rising. No apologies. No shrinking. No going back.

In this episode of Powerful Women Rising From Narcissistic Abuse, we dive deep into all sorts of relationship types. 

In this episode of Powerful Women Rising From Narcissistic Abuse, we uncover the hidden emotional booby traps survivors often face long after the relationship ends. These invisible landmines—guilt, shame, fear, and self-doubt—can sabotage healing and keep women stuck in cycles of pain. We’ll explore how to recognize these traps, dismantle them, and reclaim your emotional freedom. If you’ve ever felt like you’re walking through life on edge, constantly bracing for the next explosion, this conversation is your roadmap to stepping into power, clarity, and resilience.

In this episode I talk about love and relationships after abuse and how we need to do the work to heal.

In this episode we dive into my story and my past. Content warning: Some descriptions may be distressing to some viewers. 

For so many powerful women, love was never unconditional: it was earned through performance. From childhood to adulthood, we were taught to overgive, to achieve, to prove our worth, all in the desperate hope of receiving love that never came freely. In this episode, we expose how narcissistic abuse conditions women to believe love must be earned, and how that belief keeps us trapped in cycles of pain, over-responsibility, and self-abandonment. Together, we’ll uncover how to break free from this programming, reclaim our inherent worth, and step into a love that does not demand performance but honors our true selves.

Welcome to another episode of Powerful Woman Rising from Narcissistic Abuse. Ladies, this one is going to challenge you in the best way. Today, we're diving into a truth that's not popular, not comfortable, but absolutely essential: ✨ It's time to take the focus off of him: what he said, what he did, what he might do next and start turning that lens inward. This episode is for the powerful woman: 👠 The CEO, the entrepreneur, the boss 💪 The one who works out, eats clean, and owns her worth 💋 The one who loves beauty, fashion, sisterhood—and herself It's time to shift your power back where it belongs: onto YOU. We’re not here to chase validation from a broken source. We’re here to reclaim ourselves, rebuild from the inside out, and rise higher than ever before. Tap in. Your next level starts here.

You were told to shrink. You were told love meant pain. But here you are—rising. In this episode, I, Azadeh—bestselling author, narcissistic abuse educator, and coach to high-achievers—dive deep into what it truly means to be a powerful woman rising from narcissistic abuse. We’ll uncover: 🔥 The hidden traits that attract narcissists (like being overly responsible & hyper-empathetic) 🔥 How covert narcissists weaponize your empathy 🔥 Why you feel responsible for his moods, failures, and even his success 🔥 The heartbreaking cycle of rescuing and over-functioning 🔥 What true healing looks like—and how to finally reclaim your power This isn’t just about leaving the narcissist. It’s about breaking the chains, reclaiming your worth, and stepping into the unstoppable force you were always meant to be.

In this week's episode we are sitting down with guest Shannon Savoy 🎙️ Shannon shares the harrowing aftermath of marrying a sociopath—the depression, anxiety, hypervigilance, and fear that followed.  Her story is raw, courageous, and a beacon of hope for survivors reclaiming their power after narcissistic abuse. 💎

You were told to be quiet. You were told to shrink. You were told that love meant pain. But here you are. Here you rise. This is the show where we break the chains of narcissistic abuse, reclaim our power, and step into the unstoppable force we were always meant to be. I’m Azadeh — bestselling author, narcissistic abuse educator, and coach to high achievers. Together, we’ll uncover the truth, rewrite our stories, and ignite the power within. 💔 If you’ve been trapped in toxic relationships… 💔 If you’ve lost sleep over a narcissistic boss, a backstabbing friend, or a parent who never gave you love… 💔 If betrayal, infidelity, alcoholism, or dysfunction have left you questioning your worth… You are not alone.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Cindy Witteman—multi-award-winning author, international media entrepreneur, and unstoppable force for good. From surviving domestic violence and becoming a single mom, to founding a nonprofit that gifts free cars to single parents, Cindy's story is one of resilience, reinvention, and radical generosity. As the founder of FORCE Magazine, host of The Little Give TV Show, and CEO of CF Views LLC, Cindy uses every platform she touches to elevate others. Her belief in people over profit drives everything she does—whether she’s empowering audiences as an Action Mastery Specialist, penning bestselling books, or creating media that moves hearts around the globe.

This week on the show, the ProjectME podcast host and former TV newscaster, Tiffany Carter, gets raw about her journey from trauma to triumph, and how healing your money wounds is the first step to creating true freedom. She’s also on a bigger mission: helping rescue and rehabilitate women and children who’ve survived sex trafficking, funding safe houses, and reminding survivors that your voice is your power. Tune in to hear how Tiffany turned pain into purpose and why your bank account will only grow as fast as you believe you're worthy.

"I felt broken. Every ounce of confidence chipped away. But the moment I looked back and saw my daughter—standing in nothing but a diaper, full of hope—I knew I had to rise. For her. For me. That was the day I started over." This week on Powerful Women Rising from Narcissistic Abuse, Amberly Lago shares her raw, soul-shaking journey of falling apart—and finding the strength to rebuild through the fierce love of being a mother. 🖤🔥

This week’s episode of Powerful Women Rising From Narcissistic Abuse features the incredible Nova Gibson — and it’s a MUST-listen. We dove deep into the truth about narcissistic abuse, healing, and reclaiming your power. Raw. Real. Revolutionary. Don’t miss this powerful conversation with one of the most respected voices in the field. Your healing journey matters.

This week’s episode features powerhouse attorney, law professor, and entrepreneur Courtney Jared Bannan, Esquire—where legal brilliance meets mindful leadership. With an impressive portfolio that spans international law, business, and mindfulness, Courtney brings a refreshing, grounded approach to modern legal practice. From navigating complex multi-jurisdictional cases to empowering legal professionals with mindful resilience, she shares how true legal leadership means showing up with both precision and presence. Admitted to practice in Florida, New York, Texas, and the UK, and holding credentials across multiple federal courts, Courtney opens up about how to thrive at the intersection of law, business, and well-being. As a certified Vinyasa yoga teacher and legal strategist, she discusses how mindfulness, adaptability, and compassion can transform even the most high-pressure environments. If you're ready to rethink what it means to lead in the legal world—with clarity, courage, and calm—this episode is a must-listen.

In this episode of Powerful Women Rising From Narcissistic Abuse, we welcome Dr. Dana Anderson, a highly accomplished forensic psychologist with over a decade of experience in forensic psychological evaluations. As the founder and leader of a top-tier forensic psychology firm, she specializes in psycho-legal assessments, expert witness testimony, and forensic consulting services. Dr. Anderson is widely recognized for her work in high-stakes legal cases, offering expert psychological analysis that sheds light on complex legal matters. Her expertise extends beyond the courtroom—she frequently collaborates on documentaries and true crime television shows, bringing a forensic lens to criminal behavior and justice system reform.

In this episode of Powerful Women Rising From Narcissistic Abuse, we welcome Dr. Dana Anderson, a highly accomplished forensic psychologist with over a decade of experience in forensic psychological evaluations. As the founder and leader of a top-tier forensic psychology firm, she specializes in psycho-legal assessments, expert witness testimony, and forensic consulting services.

In this episode of Powerful Women Rising From Narcissistic Abuse, we sit down with the incredible Vanessa Reiser—a mother, author, entrepreneur, and psychotherapist licensed in New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Florida. Specializing in narcissistic and cult abuse, Vanessa is also the founder of Tell a Therapist, LLC.

In the debut episode of Powerful Women Rising From Narcissistic Abuse, we sit down with the incredible Dr. Nadine Macaluso—a renowned psychologist, trauma bond expert, and the real-life inspiration behind Naomi Belfort's character in The Wolf of Wall Street. Dr. Nadine shares her personal journey of surviving and healing from narcissistic abuse.