THE VIBRANT SURVIVOR -How to Identify a Narcissist, Narcissistic Abuse, Toxic Relationships, Trauma Healing, Health, Wellness

Hey, Survivor! How has the narcissist tried to hoover you? In this episode, I’m sharing 6 contactless narcissistic hoover maneuvers. Hoovering sucks. And the toxic stress and drama that go along with it, aren’t worth sacrificing your health and wellbeing. If you, or someone you know, need help navigating contactless hoover maneuvers, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode and tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! How has toxic stress impacted your body, after narcissistic abuse? In this episode, I’m sharing 5 bodily responses to toxic stress. Healing is a journey. And understanding how toxic stress affects your body is a powerful step forward. If you, or someone you know, need help understanding how narcissistic abuse affects you physically, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode and tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! What are you struggling with most, when it comes to healing from trauma? In this episode, I’m offering 3 tips to start your healing journey, after a breathing exercise. Healing is not a destination or a race. And the path isn’t linear. So, keep moving forward and treat yourself well. If you, or someone you know, need help healing after narcissistic abuse, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode and tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! How do you deal with narcissistic city and town government officials? In this episode, I’m sharing 3 strategies, after we self-regulate. Leaders should look out for their people. And you have to look out for your health and wellbeing, even as an engaged citizen. If you, or someone you know, need help navigating toxic leadership, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! What do you do when someone asks you to set aside your differences with the narcissist? In this episode, I’ll offer 10 solutions, after we calm our bodies and brains. You should consider the source of the request; and prioritize your well-being. Someone who’s fighting the discomfort of toxic relationship dynamics and struggles to set boundaries doesn’t have the capacity to care about your mental health. You’ve got to take care of yourself! If you, or someone you know, need help navigating boundaries and self care, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! What do you say to someone who tries to invalidate your experience with a narcissist? In this episode, I’ll share 3, after we self-regulate. You may decide that it’s not worth addressing, and that’s okay too. Ultimately, you have to determine what’s best for your health and wellbeing. Mental health matters; and your peace of mind is priceless. If you, or someone you know, need help addressing invalidating comments about the narcissistic abuse you’ve experienced, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! How do you respond, when others can’t see the red flags in the narcissist’s behavior? After we self-regulate, I’ll share 3 strategies for unmasking narcissism around you. Whether you’re a whistleblower or a target (aka a source of narcissistic supply), identifying and confronting narcissistic behavior can be frustrating. Self-regulation, gentle guidance, and patience are key. If you, or someone you know, need help unmasking narcissism around you, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! How have you experienced disorder in the court, when it comes to narcissistic abuse? We’ll self-regulate, then I’ll share 2 primary tactics the narcissist uses in legal battles, along with some tactical tips. Navigating narcissistic and toxic relationship dynamics during legal proceedings can lead to chronic stress and compromise your health. So, prioritizing self-care is essential. If you, or someone you know, need help navigating narcissism in legal settings, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Are you considering calling out the narcissist? Let’s breathe together to self-regulate, then I’ll share 6 tips to help you out. Calling out narcissistic and toxic individuals can be stressful and compromise your health. And, in some cases, it can be dangerous. So, you should carefully consider how essential this is for you to heal. If you, or someone you know, are contemplating a call-out and need help navigating narcissistic dynamics, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Has the narcissist gone too far with you? Let’s self-regulate, then talk about 3 manipulative tactics they use on you and others. When it comes to the brain, the body, trauma, and relationships, everything is connected. So, self-care, community, and boundaries are essential to your health and well-being. If you, or someone you know, needs help navigating narcissistic manipulation, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Struggling to break free from a narcissistic or toxic group? After we self-regulate, I’ll share 5 healing tips to help you exit fearlessly. When it comes to dysfunctional relationships within groups, fear and past trauma can contribute to staying longer than you should. If you, or someone you know, needs help leaving a toxic group, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Are you being baited into a fight by the narcissist? Let’s self-regulate, then I’ll share 4 manipulative tactics they use to accomplish this. When dealing with toxic people, it’s important to identify and navigate these tactics, so you can prioritize your mental health and wellbeing, set boundaries, and pursue healthy relationships. If you, or someone you know, needs help identifying and navigating social dominance games, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Is the narcissist being HASTY towards you and others? After we breathe together, I’m going to break down 5 red flags you can’t afford to ignore. When dealing with toxic relationships, it helps to SLOW down for the sake of your mental, physical, and emotional health. And I’ll use these two acronyms to show you how. If you, or someone you know, needs help identifying and navigating narcissistic red flags, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! How much is your toxic relationship with a benign narcissist costing you? Although these types of narcissistic individuals are considered harmless, you still have to pay to play. We’ll dive into this, after a breathing exercise. Regardless of the relationship, counting the costs of continuing is a way that you can prioritize your health and well-being. If you, or someone you know, needs help understanding benign narcissistic relationships, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! What do you know about the power of proximity, when it comes to narcissistic abuse? After self-regulating, with a breathing exercise, we’ll talk about how to navigate the narcissist’s efforts to control and manipulate you. As always, I encourage you to prioritize your health, well-being and self care, as you move forward on your healing journey. If you, or someone you know, needs help identifying, navigating, and healing from their proximity to toxic relationships, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! What do you do when you’re triggered, after narcissistic abuse? In this episode, we’ll self-regulate with a breathing exercise. Then we’ll dive into 3 healthy ways to navigate triggers, so you can move forward on your healing journey. The focus should be on you, your health and well-being, not the narcissist! If you, or someone you know, needs help navigating triggers, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! How do you react when the narcissist faces justice? In this episode, I’ll guide you through a breathing exercise, and share 6 steps to healing, when the narcissist gets theirs. The key is to prioritize your health and wellbeing, and connect with like-minded individuals in your community. If you, or someone you know, needs healing help when justice is served to the narcissist, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! How is the narcissist trying to silence you? This is happening in real-time, in my community, to a whistleblower who is helping to fill in details about Preston Lord’s murder. In this episode, I’ll help you self-regulate with a breathing exercise, and share a few silencing tactics that narcissists use. When you don’t disconnect from this toxic behavior and put your health and wellbeing first, the narcissistic individual in your life can rob you of your voice and choice. If you, or someone you know, needs help understanding narcissistic silencing tactics, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey Survivor! You’re stressed, exhausted, at a loss for words, and feeling defeated. You think that the narcissist is winning and you’re wondering, “Where’s the justice?” If this is you, or someone you know, then this episode is a must-listen! I’m sharing 3 steps to self-care, when it seems like the narcissist is winning. These simple steps will help you self-regulate, and take care of YOU! Know who you’re dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Next Steps: Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Have you considered how your healing journey is impacted, when the narcissist tries to manage perceptions? It’s triggering; and I’m seeing this play out in my community, as we work together to eradicate teen violence. In this episode, I’ll guide you through a breathing exercise, explain narcissistic perception management, and offer 4 ways to prioritize your health and well-being when this happens. If you, or someone you know, needs help to overcome the detrimental effects of the narcissist’s perception management, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Do you think you might run into the narcissist, after you’ve gone no or low contact? It’s possible, and it happened to me…recently. In this episode, I’m sharing 5 tips to protect your mental health and boundaries when you run into the narcissist in your life. If you, or someone you know, need encouragement to prioritize their health and wellbeing, while navigating narcissistic encounters, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Are you compromising your health and healing by communicating with the narcissist? Help is on the way! In this episode, I give you 5 reasons to stop communicating with the narcissist. If you, or someone you know, need encouragement to stop communicating with the narcissist, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Looking for ways to incorporate self-care on your healing journey, after narcissistic abuse? I’ve got you covered. In this episode, I’m covering 6 healthy lifestyle practices that you can do, or have someone arrange for you. If you, or someone you know, need some self-care tips, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley 🎉CONGRATULATIONS TO JEANNIE B.!!!🎉 SHE’S THE WINNER OF THE $100 GIFT CARD FOR CITRINE NATURAL BEAUTY BAR THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO PARTICIPATED. AND THANKS FOR AN AMAZING YEAR OF THE VIBRANT SURVIVOR PODCAST!!! Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Are you being threatened by the narcissist in your life? This is a textbook narcissistic tactic to gain, or regain control of a situation. I’m literally watching upstanders in my community go through this as they seek justice for Preston Lord. Truth is being exposed, darkness is coming to light, and narcissistic individuals are scrambling to save face. In this episode, I’m sharing 7 things you need to know about the narcissist’s threats. If you, or someone you know, need to say, “No!” to this toxic behavior, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Enter The Vibrant Survivor 1-Year Giveaway (Must be a US Resident): Go to Apple Podcasts and leave a review for the show. Take a screenshot, then send it to [email protected] by January 24th. I’ll enter your name into a random drawing and announce the winner on January 26th. 1 PERSON WILL WIN A $100 GIFT CARD FOR CITRINE NATURAL BEAUTY BAR, TO CELEBRATE 1 YEAR OF THE VIBRANT SURVIVOR PODCAST. Thanks so much for listening, and good luck!!! Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! What do you know about ACEs, or Adverse Childhood Experiences? This trauma can lead to more health issues, later in life, if not addressed. I’m seeing this play out in my community, after the senseless fatal assault of 16-year-old Preston Lord. Teen violence has escalated; and there are some common threads among the perpetrators and their families. In this episode, I’m sharing 4 things you can do to create healthy relationships, safety and stability in your community, and make an impact. If you, or someone you know, need information about ACEs, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Enter The Vibrant Survivor 1-Year Giveaway: Go to Apple Podcasts and leave a review for the show. Take a screenshot, then send it to [email protected] by January 24th. I’ll enter your name into a drawing and announce the winner on January 26th. Stay tuned for more details…And thanks so much for an amazing year! Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Have you listened to the Katt Williams interview that aired this week? I did. And whether he intended to, or not, he exposed some narcissistic behaviors from his experience in the entertainment industry. He also dropped some gems that can help you to navigate toxic relationships. In this episode, I’m sharing 6 behaviors that Katt mentioned, and tying them to trauma. I’ve also paired them with 6 of his quotes from the conversation. According to Katt, 2024 is the year for truth-tellers and exposure. And I’m here for it! If you, or someone you know, need help identifying and navigating narcissistic relationships, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Enter The Vibrant Survivor 1-Year Giveaway: Go to Apple Podcasts and leave a review for the show. Take a screenshot, then send it to [email protected] by January 24th. I’ll enter your name into a drawing and announce the winner on January 26th. Stay tuned for more details…And thanks so much for an amazing year! Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Are you forced to pet the elephant in the room, in your narcissistic family? It’s hard, especially when you don’t have language to describe what has happened, or is happening, to you. Or you feel pressure to suck it up and keep forging ahead, through chaos and confusion. This episode offers healthy hacks, so you can stop swimming in denial. It’s sad, when the elephant in the room becomes the family pet. Stop feeding the beast, and take your power back! If you, or someone you know, are dealing with narcissistic family dynamics , this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Have you considered hiring a private investigator, after narcissistic abuse? It may sound extra; but it’s not. Actually, it can help to reveal the truth about who and what you’re dealing with. This episode offers several benefits of hiring a PI, so that you can focus on your health and wellbeing. Narcissists love to create chaos and drama, then leave you dazed, confused, and angry. When you calm your body and brain, you will have the clarity to determine your next best step in dealing with your narcissistic relationship. And you’ll figure out exactly who to call for help. If you, or someone you know, are considering hiring a PI, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Are you ready to tackle some myths about trauma? At one point or another, we’ve all shamed and blamed ourselves for our body’s reaction to what has happened to us. So, this episode is dedicated to helping you better understand what has happened to you, so that you don’t assist the narcissist in your life in making you feel bad so they can feel better. Trauma is the result of more internal and external change than your body can handle. And I’ve had my own body turn against me, as a result. It was rough; but I found the strength to persevere through the process and restore my health and wellbeing, after narcissistic abuse. If you, or someone you know, need help understanding your trauma, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! ‘Tis the season for special events. And, for narcissists, special events can evoke sabotage attempts. This could include: holiday parties, family gatherings, weddings, and more. What should be a joyous occasion can easily become a stressful or traumatic situation that compromises your health and wellbeing. When I got married 26 years ago this week, my dad almost ruined my special day. His toxic behavior included a hotel room “lockdown,” smear campaign, and threats against me and my husband. If I had known then who and what I was dealing with, I could have prepared for the chaos and drama that he created. If you, or someone you know, need help navigating narcissistic relationships around special occasions, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! After narcissistic abuse, expressing gratitude can boost your body and brain health. As a survivor, it can be hard to give thanks, after dealing with a narcissist. That said, being grateful is a healthy way to turn your attention away from narcissistic or toxic relationships that are robbing you of your precious resources (i.e. time, energy, attention, and money). In this episode, I share 3 ways to give thanks. If you, or someone you know, need help with gratitude on your healing journey, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Last week I talked about how to tap into the healing power of music, after narcissistic abuse. This week, I'm sharing how I just put this into practice on my own healing journey. I don't just talk about it...I am about it. I just returned from Vegas, where I checked a top childhood trauma healing concert off of my bucket list: Johnny Mathis. I had a full-circle experience with an artist, who's music was a big portion of the soundtrack of my dysfunctional upbringing. It was wonderful, wonderful! If you, or someone you know, need some practical help with tapping into the healing power of music, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Trauma responses can be intense after narcissistic and toxic relationships. And there may be certain songs that you associate with that period in your life. In today's show, I’m sharing ways to tap into the healing power of music, after narcissistic abuse. Music can calm your nerves, empower you, and set you up to co-regulate with others through shared experiences. So, consider how you can use music to support your health and wellbeing. If you, or someone you know, needs help tuning out the narcissist, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! I know how painful, distressful, scary, and annoying it can be, when the narcissist tries to hoover you. In today's show, I’m sharing 8 hoovering tactics, plus tips for setting healthy boundaries, after narcissistic abuse. The goal isn’t to trigger others. It’s about helping you to triumph over trauma, by stopping the abuse. Once you have language to describe what has happened to you, it can help to provide clarity, so that you can take your next best step towards healing. Do the best you can with what you have to execute a drama-free exit and prioritize your health and wellbeing. If you, or someone you know, needs help identifying narcissistic hoovering tactics and standing ten toes down, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! I know how hard it is to disconnect from narcissistic and toxic relationships. In today's show, I’m sharing 5 ways to disconnect from this dysfunction. This isn’t about punishing anyone. It’s about creating space for you to begin a long-lasting journey of healing. As tempting as it is to state your position loudly and proudly, I cannot emphasize enough the importance of moving in silence. Anything you say can and will be used by the narcissist to manipulate you. And going back and forth with a narcissist is stressful and draining. So, go for a drama-free exit, and turn your time, energy, attention, money towards your health and wellbeing. If you, or someone you know, needs tips for disconnecting from a narcissist, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! The struggle is REAL, when it comes to dealing with narcissistic or toxic relationships. In today's show, I’m sharing 10 healing tips to add to your toolbox. One size does not fit all. Healing is a journey that’s as unique as you are. Regardless of the nature of the relationship, narcissists will drain you of your time, energy, attention, money, and other resources, in an effort to get their needs met. And it can be hard to find others who are able or willing to validate your experience and offer support. The fear and loneliness is stressful; and too much stress will compromise your health. Your health should be your priority, not the narcissist! If you, or someone you know, could use some tips for healing after a narcissistic relationship, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Do you know what food labels and narcissists have in common? In today's show, I’m sharing 4 steps to learning how to read food labels and identify a narcissist. There are correlations between the two that can impact your health, for better or worse. With all of the food confusion out there, knowing how to read labels is a must. As a consumer, you deserve to know exactly what you’re getting. Considering the chaos that the narcissist creates, this skill can help to sharpen your discernment when it comes to narcissistic and toxic relationships. Even with this knowledge, we can all struggle to make healthy lifestyle choices. It’s about progress, not perfection. So, go for growth! If you, or someone you know, could use some information on reading food labels and identifying a narcissist, for improved health and wellbeing, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Are you triggered by toxic traditions that involve inappropriate behavior towards children? In today's show, I’m offering 4 ways to help your child set boundaries and break generational cycles of trauma. The same principles can apply to you, regardless of the nature of your relationship. As difficult as it may be, trauma-reinforcing encounters can spark crucial conversations with your child that can be healing, and set them up for life as adults. No opportunity, institution, program, or person is worth sacrificing your health and wellbeing! If you, or someone you know, have experienced someone behaving inappropriately towards your children (or towards you), this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! In today's show, I’m sharing 3 tips for handling and accepting the death of a narcissist close to you. When the narcissistic or toxic individual in your life is gone for good, it takes a toll on your physical, emotional, and mental health. Clean-up is messy. But you don’t have to do everything yourself, or white-knuckle it. You can tap into the healing power of a community - even if you don’t associate with them on a regular basis or consider them “your people.” Under the circumstances, people are more willing to accommodate you than you think. The narcissist may be all over the place; but you can pull it together with the help of others. If you, or someone you know, have experienced the death of a narcissist close to you, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! In today's show, I’m sharing 4 tips for handling and accepting the death of a narcissist close to you. It’s easy to get caught in fight, flight, or freeze mode OR stuck ruminating over your toxic relationship. When this happens, you can lose sight of the fact that both the narcissistic relationship and the narcissist have expiration dates. So many emotions come up, when the narcissist in your life dies. And you may feel pressure, internally and externally, to get over it and move on. That’s not healthy for you, nor does it help others. If you, or someone you know, have experienced the death of a narcissist close to you, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! In today's show, I’m providing 4 things for you to consider, if you're questioning, "Am I the narcissist?" Narcissism is a spectrum, and we're all on it together. Ideally, like many things in life, you want to avoid the extremes of selfishness or selflessness. Somewhere in the middle is just right. Highly narcissistic individuals aren't in their bodies, lack self-awareness, and use other people to meet their basic needs. And they're unable to sustain healthy relationships, although they may fake it in the short term. If you, or someone you know, have questioned whether or not you're the narcissist in your toxic relationship, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Book your call here. Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! In today's show, I’m highlighting 3 key ingredients in narcissistic word salad. Word salad is a specialty that the narcissist serves up to their targets; and it is not made with love. It comes from a place of fear. Simply put, it’s not healthy. Narcissistic and toxic individuals use word salad to manipulate and exert control over situations, narratives, and other people. It’s confusing, draining, and used to protect their fragile ego when they feel threatened. And these “threats” could be real or perceived, past or present. If you, or someone you know, have experienced narcissistic word salad, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! In today's show, I share 4 ways to support another narcissistic abuse survivor, who may not have listened when you tried to warn them about their toxic relationship. Oftentimes, you can see someone else's situation more clearly than you can see your own. Narcissists use charm, mirroring, lies, future-faking, and trauma bonding to draw you in, trick you into falling in love with yourself, and keep you stuck in an abusive relationship, so they can get their needs met. If you know, you know. And sometimes, these relationships can last for years, leaving you drained mentally, emotionally, spiritually, physically, and financially. The last thing that you need is for someone to say, "I told you so!" You need support from people who love you unconditionally, and who get it. If you, or someone you know, are trying to help another survivor who has just realized they've been dealing with a narcissist, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! In today's show, I provide 3 steps to overcoming narcissistic triangulation with your siblings. Narcissistic parents, who pit their children against one another, create unhealthy relationship dynamics and can set future generations up for failure. At the root of it all, narcissistic and toxic individuals triangulate in order to boost their own egos and mask their deeply-rooted insecurities. Some may even get a sick sense of satisfaction from creating a competitive environment among their children, without doing the deeper work of nurturing them as individuals and encouraging healthy connections and camaraderie among their offspring. If you, or someone you know, have experienced relationship rifts among siblings, due to narcissistic triangulation, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! In today's show, I list 5 things that narcissistic enablers say or do, when you challenge the narcissist’s behavior. Enablers appear in all types of relationships; and they can be just as difficult to deal with as the narcissist in your life. At the end of the day, narcissistic enablers try to avoid the social discomfort that exists in narcissistic relationship territory, in order to continue to get their needs met by the narcissist. They see the narcissist’s toxic behavior, rationalize it within themselves and to others, in order to avoid conflict and being wrong about choosing to engage in a relationship [of any kind] with the narcissistic or toxic individual. If you, or someone you know, need to disconnect from narcissistic enabler behavior and create space for healthy relationships, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Join my Facebook community here. Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! In today's show, I highlight 3 ways that narcissistic females and fake friends try to appear supportive, while they’re seething with jealousy and rage. These ladies could be part of a friend [or other social] group, business associates, or your relatives. Regardless of the nature of the relationship, they’re fakin’ while they’re hatin’; and I’m going to tell you how. It's literally impossible to love someone and be jealous of them, or rage-filled, at the same time. And you can feel the discomfort in your body, as narcissistic women in your life try to cover up their contempt for your pursuit of relationships and opportunities that don’t revolve around them. If you, or someone you know, have a narcissistic female or fake friend in their life, who becomes irate when you express your independence, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Join my Facebook community here. Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! In today's show, I breakdown 3 triangulation tactics of a narcissistic parent. This manipulative tactic is very damaging. And it, among other toxic behaviors, undermines what could otherwise be healthy relationships. You may have missed this tactic when you were growing up. However, it's one of the narcissist's go-to's. And children suffer most, when the narcissist behaves this way. If you, or someone you know, have experienced the relational strangulation that accompanies narcissistic triangulation, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Join my Facebook community here. Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! In today's show, I share 6 tips to more effectively engage with the narcissist's other supply. While engaging with other sources of supply is often discouraged, you may choose to do it anyway. And, if you're going to do it, you should have some tools, so you can be successful. There are many different types of narcissistic relationships; and no two are the same. If you can safely and successfully engage with other sources of supply, then be prepared. If you, or someone you know, have already decided to engage with the narcissist's other supply, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Join my Facebook community here. Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! In today's show, I highlight 7 narratives that you've been told, sold, and forced to uphold for most of your life, that compromised your boundaries, and led you to tolerate narcissistic and toxic relationships. If you come from a narcissistic family, you know the struggle. It's time to ditch these outdated narratives, set strong boundaries, and change the course of your family history! If you, or someone you know, are tired of tolerating toxicity and ready to shake your family tree, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Join my Facebook community here. Contact: [email protected]

Hey, Survivor! Today's show is about exposing a narcissist. I know how tempting it can be to call out their bad behavior publicly. But it can be very tricky, backfire on you, and disrupt your healing process. And you've already suffered enough. I share 7 things that can happen, plus a bonus, so you can count the costs. If you, or someone you know, is seeking "exposure closure," after narcissistic abuse, this episode is for you. Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are. 💚Lesley Let's connect on IG! Share today's episode & tag me @thevibrantsurvivor Become a Vibrant Survivor insider here. Join my Facebook community here. Contact: [email protected]