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Inner Integration Podcast

English, Education, 1 season, 48 episodes, 1 day, 9 hours, 1 minute
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This is the podcast for the Inner Integration channel on YouTube where you can learn the mindsets and tools to self-heal after narcissistic abuse. Your host is Meredith Miller, coach, creator of Inner Integration and author of THE JOURNEY: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic Abuse.
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Managing Boundaries In Difficult Times

In this episode, we will explore the importance of setting and maintaining boundaries even during difficult times like now. You’ll get 9 tips to set healthy boundaries in general plus some specialized tips on how to deal with toxic people. You’ll also get the opportunity to learn how to identify a manipulator when you set a boundary. The guided meditation part will help you understand how your body sends a security alarm when your boundaries are being violated.Get the FREE Worksheets here12-Week SANA SeriesFREE 4 Pillars of Recovery PDF  Rebuilding Your Self-Worthwww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseSupport the show
4/17/202057 minutes, 43 seconds
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What Matters Is What You Do With It

In this episode, we will explore some ways that you can make the best of the quarantine and time at home. You’ll find out about some practical exercises that you can do to rescue yourself when intense emotions come up, especially if you already have CPTSD.You’ll also get the opportunity to learn how important it is to allow for the grieving process. You’ll understand why your past traumas and the recovery work you’re doing are going to help you get through these challenging times and even help others. BetterHelp — Get matched with a licensed therapist online who specializes in trauma & abusewww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseSupport the show
4/3/202036 minutes, 12 seconds
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THIS Is Why the Narcissist's Discard Is So Painful

In this episode, we will explore deeper into the narcissist’s discard, when they throw you away like an object.You’ll find out about 5 reasons why the narcissist might have discarded you.You’ll also get the opportunity to learn how the discard is different than No Contact.You’ll finally understand why the discard is so painful and what you can do about it now. BetterHelp — Get matched with a licensed therapist online who specializes in trauma & abuseCord Cutting & Energetic Protection (guided visualization)Raising Your Self-WorthFREE eBook on the 4 Pillars of Recovery After Narcissistic Abusewww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseSupport the show
3/6/202024 minutes, 56 seconds
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5 More Narcissist Fleas You Might Have

In this episode, we will explore 5 common narcissistic fleas.You’ll finally understand why you might have taken on unhealthy behaviors, mindsets and habits via contact with narcissists. You’ll also find out the most important thing you need to do before you can get rid of the fleas. You’ll get the opportunity to learn how to reprogram yourself so you can get rid of these dysfunctional patterns. Ending Self-SabotageRestoring Self-TrustBetterHelp — Get matched with a licensed therapist online who specializes in trauma & abusewww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseSupport the show
2/21/202027 minutes, 21 seconds
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When Abusers Erase Reality

In this episode, we will explore how abusers use gaslighting to cancel the reality of their victims. You’ll finally understand how similar this pattern is when it happens in interpersonal relationships, family and society.You’ll also find out how to recognize covert forms of gaslighting through doublespeak. You’ll get the opportunity to learn how this erasure of reality applies to the recent novel coronavirus pandemic. BetterHelp — Get matched with a licensed therapist online who specializes in trauma & abusewww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseSupport the show
2/7/202036 minutes, 59 seconds
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When Boundaries Make You Feel Like A Bad Person

In this episode, we will explore the false guilt that you might feel upon setting boundaries.You’ll finally understand exactly what happens when you set boundaries with toxic people.You’ll also find out about the particular type of manipulator who is the master of the guilt-tripping tactic and how to see this coming a mile away. You’ll get the opportunity to learn the 3 most important guidelines for setting boundaries with toxic people.BetterHelp — Get matched with a licensed therapist online who specializes in trauma & abuseReinventing Yourself After Narcissistic Abuse www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseSupport the show
1/24/202018 minutes, 56 seconds
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The Danger of Fantasy

In this episode, we will explore the dangers of fantasy on an individual and collective level.You’ll finally understand more about why you might have developed the habit of fantasizing since childhood and how that can be affecting your life now. You’ll also find out about common fantasies like the rescue fantasy, unconditional love, idealization and oneitis. You’ll get the opportunity to learn some helpful ways that you can stop indulging in fantasy so you can take action to create a better life. BetterHelp — Get matched with a licensed therapist online who specializes in trauma & abuseEnding Self-Sabotagewww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseSupport the show
1/10/202035 minutes, 22 seconds
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Looking Back at the 2010s & Forward to the 2020s

In this episode, we will explore the topic of narcissistic abuse in society during the last decade and where that might lead in the next one. You’ll finally understand more about how the patterns of narcissistic abuse shows up in the world through real life examples. You’ll also find out how you can participate in creating solutions. You’ll get the opportunity to do an exercise to help you wrap up the last decade and initiate a new one. BetterHelp — Get matched with a licensed therapist online who specializes in trauma & abuseUpgrading Limiting BeliefsChange Your Story, Change Your LifeEl Derecho de Vivir en Paz (The Right to Live in Peace)www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseSupport the show
12/13/201945 minutes, 3 seconds
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The Mark of Malignancy

In this episode, we will explore the topic of malignant narcissism and how to recognize the #1 sign. You’ll finally understand what differentiates narcissists from malignant narcissists. You’ll get the opportunity to hear real life examples of malignancy vs. non-malignancy so you can evaluate where on the spectrum are the narcissists in your life. You’ll also find out how you can discover the silver lining after having contact with evil. BetterHelp — Get matched with a licensed therapist online who specializes in trauma & abuseEnding Self-SabotageSelf-Care Mastery Coursewww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseSupport the show
11/29/201931 minutes, 7 seconds
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The Global Narcissism Pandemic

In this episode, we will explore the topic of the narcissism pandemic in our world today.You’ll finally understand why it seems like they all read the same book no matter which country, race, gender and socio-economic class they come from. You’ll get the opportunity to learn how this narcissism pandemic is spreading across the world.You’ll find out how the institutions of psychology and psychiatry are outdated and unable to fully grasp the nature of narcissists in real life. Get online therapy with BetterHelp and save 10% with this link! https://betterhelp.com/integration www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseSupport the show
11/15/20191 hour, 27 minutes, 6 seconds
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Setting Boundaries Around Your Compassion

In this episode, we will explore the topic of having compassion with boundaries.You’ll finally understand why compassion becomes toxic when it doesn’t have limits. You’ll get the opportunity to learn how to set boundaries around your compassion. You’ll find out how you can intentionally overcome the guilt, shame and self-doubt that you’ll likely feel when you set limits on your compassion. BetterHelp — Get matched with a licensed therapist online who specializes in trauma & abuseEnding Self-SabotageSelf-Care Mastery Coursewww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseSupport the show
11/1/201925 minutes, 8 seconds
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Joker | Narcissistic Abuse In Society & the Family

In this episode, we will explore the topic of narcissistic abuse in society and the family through the 2019 Joker movie. You’ll find out how people could unconsciously allow resentment, bitterness and the injustices of the world to turn them into the monster who hurt them. You’ll get the opportunity to learn more about covert abuse in the family, even when the abusers are also victims. You’ll finally understand why self-responsibility is so important for healing both individual and collective trauma. BetterHelp — Get matched with a licensed therapist online who specializes in trauma & abusewww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseSupport the show
10/18/201952 minutes, 40 seconds
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Prisoners of Childhood: A commentary on Alice Miller's The Drama of the Gifted Child

In this episode we will explore the topic of what happens when we don’t get a secure attachment in childhood.You’ll finally understand why it’s normal that you keep repeating the same story from childhood with different characters now as an adult. You’ll find out about the importance of facing the truth about your life so you can heal and feel free from the past. You’ll get the opportunity to learn what you can do now to heal from childhood traumas like abuse and neglect. BetterHelp — Get matched with a licensed therapist online who specializes in trauma & abuseEnding Self-SabotageSelf-Care Mastery Coursewww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseSupport the show
10/4/201929 minutes, 51 seconds
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Reactive Abuse Will Get You In Trouble

In this episode we will explore the topic of reactive abuse where the abuser focuses on your reaction to the abuse instead of the abuse. You’ll finally understand why it’s normal that you reacted the way you did.You’ll find out about 5 steps to restore your integrity and power if you fell into this trap.You’ll get the opportunity to figure out how to handle these situations in a more empowering way. The 4 Pillars of Recovery FREE PDFBetterHelp — Get matched with a licensed therapist online who specializes in trauma & abuseEnding Self-SabotageRaising Your Self-Worthwww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseSupport the show
9/20/201924 minutes, 31 seconds
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When You're Stuck In the Recovery After Abuse

In this episode, we will explore the challenge of getting stuck during the recovery process and not knowing how to move forward. You’ll find out about why it’s normal that you could get stuck at certain common points along the way. Almost everyone goes through this!You’ll get the opportunity to figure out in which of these points you are currently stuck and how to get unstuck. You can come back to this episode anytime you feel stuck again. You’ll finally understand the importance of actually doing the work instead of stopping once you feel the relief of discovering narcissistic abuse. BetterHelp — Get matched with a licensed therapist online who specializes in trauma & abuseThe 4 Pillars of Recovery FREE PDFEnding Self-SabotageRaising Your Self-WorthRestoring Self-TrustSelf-Care Mastery Coursewww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseSupport the show
9/6/201922 minutes, 36 seconds
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Get Your Integrity Back After Disappointments In Love

In this episode we will explore the challenge of recovering your integrity and self-worth after disappointing experiences in dating and relationships. You’ll find out about why it’s important to identify your values, then to set standards and boundaries around those in order to raise your self-worth and maintain it moving forward. You’ll get the opportunity to do exploration exercises to find out what most matters to you in a life partner and how you want to feel in a relationship.You’ll finally understand the importance of setting goals in your love life just like you would do in your work and career. Raising Your Self-Worthwww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a licensed therapist online who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
8/23/201916 minutes, 13 seconds
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Is Forgiveness Necessary After Abuse?

In this episode we will explore the challenging and confusing topic of forgiving, or not, those who abused you. You’ll find out about why spiritual bypassing is dangerous and how it’s used to force forgiveness.You’ll get the opportunity to learn about codependent forgiveness and how it’s detrimental to your wellbeing. You’ll also learn 8 steps that you can put into place to help yourself work toward forgiveness and prevent the same kinds of hurtful things from happening to you again. Raising Your Self-Worthwww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a licensed therapist who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
8/9/201921 minutes, 54 seconds
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Answering Your Questions About Narcissistic Abuse

In this episode we will explore some questions from the audience about narcissistic abuse.You’ll find out why the abuse cycle is expedited if you go back to the abuser. You’ll get some tips on how to escape an abuser or an abusive family when you’re financially dependent on them and feel like you have no way out. You’ll finally understand how to deal with your ex's emotional blackmail of your kids when they use them as pawns against you. This also applies to your narc-in-laws. You’ll also get the opportunity to learn how to manage the responsibility of your emotional reaction to the abuse without giving your power away.The Abuse Cycle PDFwww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a licensed therapist who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
7/26/201932 minutes, 46 seconds
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Responding vs Reacting (When you have to deal with manipulators)

In this episode we will explore the tactic of responding instead of reacting to the narcissist or other manipulator. You’ll find out about why this tactic is useful for when you have to deal with a manipulator in cases where you’re co-parenting and forced to have contact by law, or when you’re not able to leave a job yet, or when you would like to go No Contact but you’re just not ready.You’ll finally understand how to manage narcissists and other manipulators as best as possible without giving your power away. You’ll also get the opportunity to hear about 14 different ways that narcissists and other manipulators will try to provoke your emotional reaction and specific ways you can respond while owning your power instead. Reinventing Yourself After Narcissistic Abusewww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a licensed therapist who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
7/12/201933 minutes, 5 seconds
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Cognitive Dissonance & the Trauma Bond

In this episode we will explore the similarities and differences between the cognitive dissonance and the trauma bond as well as how they’re connected. You’ll find out about some helpful strategies for dissolving the cognitive dissonance and breaking the trauma bond. You’ll finally understand why you had such a hard time leaving the abuser, why you might have gone back several times, and why you kept falling into more abusers. You’ll also get the opportunity to evaluate where you are in the process of setting yourself truly free after narcissistic abuse. Ending Self-Sabotage After Narcissistic AbuseReinventing Yourself After Narcissistic Abusewww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
6/28/201928 minutes, 13 seconds
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Is It Possible to Have a Relationship with a Narcissist?

In this episode we will explore the parameters of trying to maintain a relationship with a narcissist or other manipulator. You’ll find out about some helpful strategies for dealing with a narcissist if you can’t or aren’t ready to go No Contact. You’ll finally understand why you feel exhausted and keep getting set back if you’re still in contact with an abuser.You’ll also get the opportunity to evaluate the cost of maintaining a relationship with a narcissist in your life. Take a journey through the next 3 months of developing important foundational self-care practices and healthy mindsets that set yourself up for success in your recovery after abuse with the 12-Week SANA Series. If you’ve been NC with the abusers in your life but you’re still struggling with self-sabotage due to the old abuse programming, check out my new course: Ending Self-Sabotage After Narcissistic Abuse so you can learn how to reprogram your mind like a mental ninja!www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
6/14/201934 minutes, 58 seconds
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Updating Societal Stereotypes of Abuse

In this episode we will explore 3 common stereotypes about abuse and an updated perspective of abuse in today’s world. You’ll find out about invisible abuse and covert abusers, two highly dangerous phenomena that are often overlooked. You’ll finally understand how stereotypes blind us from seeing abuse taking place where we don’t expect it or where we don’t want to see it.You’ll also get the opportunity to hear some examples of covert aggression so you can recognize this more clearly in your life. BetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abusewww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseSupport the show
5/31/201933 minutes, 28 seconds
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Are Your Defense Mechanisms Sabotaging Your Life?

In this episode we will explore some of the most common ways that we self-sabotage after abuse.You’ll find out about some coping mechanisms that you learned in childhood to protect yourself from fear, uncertainty, pain and overwhelming anxiety so you can survive stressful, difficult or negative situations.You’ll finally understand why you keep repeating the same dysfunctional patterns that you learned in the past.You’ll also get the opportunity to reflect on the ways that you notice these defense mechanisms showing up in your life nowadays. Ending Self-Sabotage After Narcissistic Abuse Join us for the Mental Ninja Mastery (monthly group training + Q&A live with Meredith)www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
5/17/201925 minutes, 22 seconds
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5 Ways to Opt Out of Negative Emotional Trends In the World

In this episode we will explore why people around the world are increasingly stressed, what this trend has to do with abuse, and what you can do about it. You’ll find out about "junk values" and how these may be stealing your happiness as well as contributing to depression and anxiety. You’ll finally understand why discovering a sense of meaning is so important to your survival and thriving in life. You’ll also get the opportunity to reflect on ways you can support your health and happiness despite what you see in the world around you. Join the Mental Ninja Mastery monthly group programwww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
5/3/201927 minutes, 9 seconds
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What Happens to Truth-Tellers In Abusive Systems?

In this episode we will explore why it’s risky to tell the truth about abuse in families, offices, social groups or society.You’ll find out about the 7 typical patterns of reaction when someone takes a stand for the truth in an abusive system.You’ll finally understand why people are shamed and smeared for speaking the truth.You’ll also get the opportunity to evaluate your own relationship with the truth.www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
4/19/201930 minutes, 1 second
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When You're Hoping Someone Will Change

In this episode we will explore what could be going on when we keep hoping someone else will change.You’ll find out about 5 common thought patterns that could be keeping you stuck in a relationship with someone who isn’t changing. You’ll finally understand what’s going on underneath each of these schemas and how to shift out of them so you can free yourself and move forward. You’ll also get to hear why self-worth is so important in order to recognize when someone or something isn’t matching your value and standards. www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
4/5/201930 minutes, 55 seconds
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8 Styles of Highly Dangerous Love

In this episode we will explore the line between accepting people as they are as long as that doesn’t imply destroying ourselves to make others happy. You’ll find out about the 8 “affective styles” or negative relationship dynamics with people whose behavior and attitudes put our physical and mental health at risk. You’ll also get to hear how these 8 styles of highly dangerous love drain the partners of these people and take our vital energy. You’ll finally understand what’s unacceptable if you don’t want to be a victim of toxic love. Walter Riso, Author of Amores Altamente Peligrosos (Highly Dangerous Loves)www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
3/22/201940 minutes, 39 seconds
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Lessons from "Dirty John"

In this episode we will explore the important lessons from the series and podcast called "Dirty John," based on a true story.You’ll find out about the dangers of online dating and how predators can use those sites to find their prey. You’ll also get to hear an analysis of common predator behavior through the real life example of Dirty John and how he abused his victims. You’ll finally understand why the Legacy of Abuse can continue on to future generations even when the abuser is no longer in the picture. Dirty John PodcastDirty John on Netflix (outside USA)www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
3/8/201934 minutes, 29 seconds
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Whole Again with Jackson MacKenzie (Author of Psychopath Free)

In this episode we will explore the topic of healing and rediscovering your true self after toxic relationships. You’ll finally understand why going No Contact and discovering narcissism and psychopathy, although important steps in the process, don’t equate to healing the damage caused.You’ll find out about the internal obstacles in your self-healing journey that you’ll need to overcome if you want things to change. You’ll also get to hear an interview with Jackson MacKenzie in which we discuss the emotional wounding and repetitive patterns that are caused by narcissistic abuse. www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseJackson's book Whole AgainJackson's Psychopath Free siteBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
2/22/201943 minutes, 34 seconds
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The Narcissistic Abuse Cycle

In this episode we will explore the Big Picture of the predictable patterns of the narcissistic abuse cycle. You’ll finally understand how you got addicted to the abuser and the abusive relationship. Hint: the addiction wasn’t about either one of those!You’ll find out about the things you can work on in order to prevent yourself from falling into another abuse cycle.  You’ll also find out about how codependency patterns are programmed through the narcissistic abuse cycle whether it starts in childhood or happens later in adulthood. Get the Self-Care Mastery Course to eradicate the patterns of people-pleasing and self-abandonment!The FREE PDF download on the Narcissistic Abuse Cyclewww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
2/8/201925 minutes, 32 seconds
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Hoovering: Will the Narcissist Come Back?

In this episode we will explore the common struggles with hoovering when abusers and manipulators try to suck you back in. You’ll finally understand why why it’s so hard to stay out of the pull to read, answer or listen to any contact you receive from the abuser after you leave or are discarded.You’ll find out about the typical hoovering traps and the most common form of hoovering.You’ll also find out about the greatest danger that could cause you to respond to a hoovering attempt and suck you back into the abuse cycle. Intro clip from Archer TV series on "The Danger Zone" https://youtu.be/lAJpEisJOIMwww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
1/25/201955 minutes, 9 seconds
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Resolving the Cognitive Dissonance from Narcissistic Abuse

In this episode we will explore the Cognitive Dissonance that short-circuits your brain when you’ve been in an abusive relationship. You’ll finally understand why you have disorienting confusion causing you to go back and forth between denial and lucidity.You’ll find out about the 4 most important actions you can take to help yourself resolve the Cognitive Dissonance. You’ll also find out about the kinds of brain damage that the stress of the abuse and the confusion of the Cognitive Dissonance can cause. www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
1/11/201953 minutes, 4 seconds
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Wrapping Up 2018 & Preparing for 2019

In this episode you’ll hear a special holiday message as we wrap up this year and get ready for the next. I’ll give you a couple exercises to help you maximize the lessons you learned in 2018 so you can take the most valuable parts with you into the New Year.Stay tuned until the end to find out about what’s coming to Inner Integration in 2019!www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
12/28/201825 minutes, 33 seconds
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Psychopathy & Sociopathy: The #1 Global Public Health Crisis

In this episode we’ll explore the #1 public health crisis around the world from the societal, familial and interpersonal level. You’ll find out about the characteristics and differences between psychopathy and sociopathy from Dr. Todd Grande, a licensed psychotherapist as he clears up some common misconceptions as well. You’ll learn about the controversy between nature and nature as Dr. Grande tells us about some recent research on the genetic component of psychopathy. Stay tuned until the end to get some tips for recognizing predators like this. Links mentioned in the episode:Humanity Has Wiped Out 60% of Animal Populations Since the 1970sFirst Sun-Dimming Experiment Will Test A Way To Cool EarthUSA Drops 26,000 Bombs Abroad In 2016Empty Homes Outnumber the Homeless 6 to 1These 6 Corporations Control 90% of the Media in AmericaInternational Tribunal for Natural Justice Hearing on Child Sex Tradewww.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
12/14/201859 minutes, 19 seconds
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Why Is Love-Bombing So Dangerous?

In this episode we’ll explore love-bombing AKA idealization and how that fits into the abuse cycle. This is so important for you to be able to break through the Cognitive Dissonance.You’ll finally understand why you felt so addicted to the relationship and had such a hard time accepting that the abuser is an abuser.  You’ll also find out about the flipside of idealization and how you might be internalizing the abuse training by idealizing the abuser and others or comparing yourself to others and holding yourself to an unrealistic expectation of perfection. You’ll get some tips for avoiding the love-bombing sickness and addiction. These tips will help you build immunity to narcissistic abuse. www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
11/30/201835 minutes, 21 seconds
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The Covert Narcissist

In this episode Debbie Mirza, author of The Passive-Aggressive Covert Narcissist, and I are talking about covert narcissists and what it’s like to be in a relationship with one. You’ll finally understand why the covert narcissist in your life doesn’t seem like the description of the classic narcissist. You’ll find out about the traits of covert narcissists and how these types can be more dangerous than the overt ones.You’ll also learn some tips for recognizing when you’re dealing with a covert narcissist.www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
11/16/201845 minutes, 20 seconds
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The Scapegoat & Golden Child Dynamic - It’s not just in the family!

In this episode we’ll explore the dynamic of the Scapegoat and the Golden Child in the family, workplace, organizations and social groups in general.You’ll finally understand why narcissists and other manipulators use this Scapegoat and Golden Child tactic in all areas of their life.You’ll get some tips for dealing with this dynamic in your family of origin as well as for helping your kids who are going through this with the other parent and you’ll see how this tactic is used in organizations and other groups of people.You’ll also understand what will happen in your family when you start speaking up about the abuse, no matter which role you were originally cast in.www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
11/2/201837 minutes, 55 seconds
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Narcissistic Supply

In this episode we’ll explore the concept of narcissistic supply: what it is, the different forms it takes and what happens when you stop giving them that supply before they’re done with you.You’ll finally understand why narcissists do everything they do and how this affects you.You’ll get some tips for not feeding the narcissist your power.Stay tuned for the last segment to learn about the key to not getting emotionally hijacked when the narcissist provokes you.www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
10/19/201846 minutes, 30 seconds
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Social Life & Dating After Narcissistic Abuse

In this episode we’ll explore what to expect when you’re getting back out there after narcissistic abuse.First, you’ll find out about the social isolation that will naturally happen in Stage One of the recovery process and how that evolves by Stage Three.Then you’ll get some tips for when you feel ready to start meeting new people but you’re terrified of getting hurt again.I will give you some very important tips on why you shouldn’t date or look for new friends when you’re lonely and I'll also let you know about a common trap that you want to avoid.Stay tuned for the last segment to get some important ways that you can raise your standards and show them through your boundaries in order to weed out people who don’t respect you.www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
10/5/20181 hour, 18 minutes, 7 seconds
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Unsubscribing from the Narcissist's Reality & Owning Your Reality

In this episode we’ll explore the importance of reprogramming your reality paradigm after narcissistic abuse.First, you’ll find out about the narcissist’s reality and why this is the most damaging part left behind after the abuse.Then you’ll learn about how can you work on owning your reality in order to create the life you want.I’ll share with you a powerful mental ninja technique to overwrite the reality program that was installed in your mind by the abusers in your life. This is the most important part of self-care that will help you recover after narcissistic abuse.www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
9/21/201830 minutes, 26 seconds
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The 4 Pillars of Recovery After Narcissistic Abuse

In this episode we’ll explore the 4 most important pillars of support to work on in the aftermath of narcissistic abuse.You’ll find out about the behaviors that reveal deficits in each of the 4 pillars. The little quiz at the beginning will help you identify which area or areas you need to heal and strengthen the most.You’ll hear the best clips from my YouTube videos on: how the lack of each pillar might be manifesting in your life and what the antidote is to help you rebuild that area of your life, how gong fu is related to the healing process after abuse, and the quickest way to raise your self-esteem after abuse.I’ll also share with you a powerful way to purge the crushing false guilt that’s telling you that you aren’t allowed to work on yourself and heal yourself.www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
9/7/201846 minutes, 12 seconds
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Codependency Caused by Abuse

In this episode we’ll explore where codependency comes from, how to identify these patterns in yourself, and what you can do about it now.You’ll find out what codependency is and you’ll get the opportunity to evaluate yourself on 30 parameters of codependency to see what you need to work on to overcome those patterns. The Codependency Inventory will also help you to compare where you were in the past and where you are now in order to evaluate your progress in rewriting the old codependency patterns.You’ll hear the best clips from my YouTube videos on: did the adult relationship cause the codependency or where did that come from, the control factor of codependency that might be causing you to feel helpless, and the relationship between self-love and codependency.www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
8/24/20181 hour, 1 minute, 29 seconds
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Leaving the Narcissist

In this episode we’ll explore the challenging process of leaving the narcissist or other manipulator. You’ll get some practical steps to take for the extraction process and then tips to keep yourself out of trouble after you leave.You’ll hear the best clips from my YouTube videos on to leave the narcissist or not to leave, divorcing the narcissist and ending the abuse cycle, what happens when you leave the narcissist before the discard, and what to do if you run into the narcissist later.www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
8/17/20181 hour, 4 minutes, 38 seconds
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No Contact: Taking your power back and protecting your peace

In this episode we’ll explore No Contact — what it is and what it isn’t, as well as why it’s so important for taking your power back and protecting your peace so you can heal after an abusive relationship.You’ll get to meet Kim Saeed, Author of How to Do No Contact Like A Boss! She’s got some great tips for you on going No Contact with manipulators and how to do that when you share custody of kids with them. Connect with Kim here: www.LetMeReach.comIf are planning to leave a narcissist or other manipulator or if you’ve already left but you’re struggling with No Contact, this episode will put the fire under your feet and encourage you through this challenging process.www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseKim Saeed's Website: www.kimsaeed.comArthur Field’s blog: Abuse Free WarriorsBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
8/10/20181 hour, 11 minutes, 25 seconds
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Boundaries: Setting limits with manipulative people

In this episode we’ll explore personal boundaries around manipulative people.First you’ll get to meet Angelina Caporale, my friend and the person who taught me almost everything I know about boundaries. She’s got some great tips for you on what to expect when setting boundaries with manipulators. Connect with Angelina here!If you identify as a people-pleaser, you won’t want to miss my tips on saying no, on developing immunity to narcissistic abuse, on mental and emotional boundaries, and when your compassion needs limits. www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
8/3/20181 hour, 9 minutes, 24 seconds
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Complex PTSD After Abusive Relationships

In this episode we’ll explore Complex PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) caused by narcissistic abuse.By the end of this hour, you’ll understand a lot more about the symptoms you may be dealing with and where they’re coming from.I’ll give you some tips to reduce anxiety and take control of the panic attacks.www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
7/27/20181 hour, 4 minutes, 53 seconds
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Narcissistic Mothers: The wounds they cause and what you can do about it now

In this episode we'll explore some of the wounds that you might have if you were raised by a narcissistic mother.I'll give you some powerful antidotes to that venom so you can turn your life around.I mention the dilemma of going No Contact or minimum contact with narcissistic mothers and I'll give you some tips for both strategies so you can decide what's best for you.www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
7/26/201858 minutes, 13 seconds
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The Trauma Bond: Why you struggle to move on after an abusive relationship

In this episode we'll explore the insane loyalty that makes it so hard to let go of an abuser even when you know it's a toxic relationship.You'll find out about the manipulation tactic that creates the strongest bond between people.You'll finally understand why you feel so addicted to the abuser and what you can do about it now. www.InnerIntegration.comThe Journey: A Roadmap for Self-healing After Narcissistic AbuseBetterHelp — Get matched with a local therapist in your area who specializes in trauma & abuseSupport the show
7/25/20181 hour, 5 minutes, 2 seconds