...there is something wrong with you, something seriously wrong with you....

Has your toxic, abusive parent ever said that to you?

Same.

But guess what, there is nothing wrong with you.

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast we talk about my journey with mental health. I feel vulnerable af sharing this with all of you but that is what I am here for with the hope that you feel less alone.

Incase no one has told you, its not you, never has been, you don't have to fix it and you are not alone.

Keep walking friend.

The Song: Crazy Bitch, Madeline:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTulvuXrS_E

Join me as I chat with Dr. Sherrie Campbell.

You may think you know Dr. Sherrie and her list of stellar accomplishments, such as her recent TEDx talk (not all parents are good), flourishing therapy practice, groundbreaking podcast (sherapy sessions: cutting ties with toxic family), and the collection of books she has written, (including her most recent, "Adult Survivors of Emotionally Abusive Parents.")

(And to think she is just getting started!)

But just wait until you hear how she describes herself!!!

One of the things that makes Dr. Sherrie so special is that she's just like us, a survivor of a toxic family, and on this no-contact journey with us. Her wisdom and relatability is a beacon of hope for so many.

On this episode you will hear Dr. Sherrie's empowering message, her ability to flip the script on being the scapegoat, and her guidance on what to say when the kiddos ask why Gramma and Grandpa don't come around anymore will leave you feeling inspired to powerfully keep walking on this road of no contact.

Dr. Sherrie is the pioneer for destigmatizing the societal perceptions of cutting ties with toxic family and this beautiful soul right here changed my life.

*Find Dr. Sherrie on Instagram (you will love her Thankful Thursday messages every week):

https://www.instagram.com/dr.sherrie/

*Check out her website:

https://drsherriecampbell.com/

*Listen to her podcast: Sherapy Sessions, Cutting Toxic Family Ties:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sherapy-sessions-cutting-toxic-family-ties/id1591691842

*Grab a copy of her most recent book here:

https://www.amazon.com/Adult-Survivors-Emotionally-Abusive-Parents/dp/1648482635

Incase no one has told you; it's not you, never has been and you don't have to fix it.

Oh, the tales that our toxic family tell. They can swirl around and behind us like an impending storm. And we thought walking away would stop this!!! (aren't we adorable)

Also-let's be real...the tales are NEVER good.

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast, we dive into how we can navigate this inevitable fallout on this no contact journey.

We discuss:

*Bracing for impact

*Our response

*Remembering the source

*Cultivating our peace

Also-who does this?!?!?!?! Oh yea..ourr families. As if we needed yet another reason to keep walking.

Let's get our heads in the game, remember our worth and keep walking.

Song: Chasing Rainbows: High Kings

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46jAXMq7esQ

Character Outs podcast Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/characteroutspodcast/

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast, we talk about the good ol' apology.

Wait, you mean the kind I have to give?

No.

Ew.

Knock it off.

I am NOT here for that.

Omg, you feel that way about apologies too??

YES! WE CAN DO THIS!!!!

We grew up in a toxic family where an apology was:

~forced

~coerced

~weaponized

When in reality in a healthy and safe relationship an apology is:

~sincere

~genuine

~leads to both parties to being vulnerable

We talk about why we feel that ick associated with giving an apology and how we can get past it.

We got this...

On this episode of The Character Outs Podcast..

The bitch is BACK!

Oh, is it great to be behind the mic again!

On this episode, we talk about the multiverse.

NO, no...not in the Sci-Fi kinda way, but in the way it pertains to us on this no contact with toxic family.

The wonderings of:

*What would my life look like had I not had the childhood that I did.

*What would my life look like if my toxic family member could just be nice and loving (GASP!)

*What if our toxic family member could be present at milestone moments instead of being the absent ass holes that they actually are.

But all that matters is TODAY friend.

Join me in the multiverse, won't you?

Join the fun and snark over on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/characteroutspodcast/

Check out the website:

https://characteroutspodcast.com/

Song:

https://www.bing.com/search?pglt=41&q=lord+i+thank+you+for+sunshine&cvid=2c1f87a9ddd142cb8b7b66ddc7993d02&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqBggAEAAYQDIGCAAQABhAMgYIARBFGDkyBggCEAAYQDIGCAMQABhAMgYIBBAAGEAyBggFEAAYQDIGCAYQABhAMgYIBxAAGEAyBggIEAAYQNIBCDQwNzdqMGoxqAIEsAIB&FORM=ANNTA1&PC=DCTS

Show:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j6ucGt_Xp14

In case no one has told you lately, it's not you, never has been, you don't have to fix it and you are not alone.

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast we talk about the haunting of our toxic family members that we have gone no contact with.

Ok, ok..I'm not talking about Ghostbusters shit. I'm talking about when we see, smell or hear something that reminds us of our toxic family.

Let's face it, we went no contact, but they are still a part of our past and our memories.

So...what should we do when they haunt. We will talk all about it.

Join the fun over on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/characteroutspodcast/

Check out the website for the blog and other resources:

https://characteroutspodcast.com/

In case no one has told you, it's not you, never has been, you don't have to fix it and you are not alone.

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast I have the honor of chatting with this beautiful light in the world, Founder & CEO of Beautiful Disaster Clothing, Christina DuVarney.

ENJOY!!!

Shop the Beautiful Disaster clothing line here:

http://bdrocks.com/

Christina's Resources:

*Think & Grow Rich Book:

*Think & Grow Rich Workbook: 

*Three Feet From Gold:

https://a.co/d/b2ljkuC

On this episode of the Character Outs Podcast we talk about the shrinking circle.

Ya know, when you have the bittersweet superpower of seeing:

~manipulation

~passive aggressive behavior

~gas lighting

~crazy making

And....you want to run but you can't because:

~you would be a bitch

~you've been friends with that person forever

~you would be like your toxic family

NO!

On this episode I am on a mission to change the societal perception that having ALLL the friends in the world defines you as a 'good person' and not allowing toxic friends to have access to you makes you a bitch.

I like to consider myself an exclusive club and no, I do not allow a lot of people in. But I am tired of making apologies for my boundaries and standards and keeping toxic people in my life because it's the right and nice thing to do.

We have let go of our toxic families and we are growing and evolving. Not everyone will be able to keep up and...that's OK!

https://characteroutspodcast.com/

Join the fun over on the 'Gram:

https://www.instagram.com/characteroutspodcast/

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast we talk about that good ol' phrase I ask myself over and over...

Am I the problem?

Sigh....

That phrase used to haunt me.

Yes, it USED to haunt me.

Not that I feel I have achieved perfection (hell nah.)

I have just refused to comply to the balls of toxicity thrown at me anymore.

Things like...

'Oh, your family doesn't talk to you? YOU must be the problem.'

or

'Oh, your entire family has a problem with you? You must be the common denominator.'

We talk about how to NOT allow these things to bother us anymore cus let's be honest, we are critical enough on ourselves for the entire population, am I right?

Visit the website for the blog and resources:

https://characteroutspodcast.com/

Join the fun over on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/characteroutspodcast/

In case no one has told you, it's not you, never has been, you don't have to fix it and you are not alone.

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast, I chat with Cody who is not only intelligent and insightful, but also a really cool, down to earth dude.

He brings a fascinating perspective to how trauma impacts our mind and our body and how we can get to a place of becoming a 'human doing' and not just a 'human being.'

Cody is a seasoned entrepreneur at the forefront of AI and Mental Health. Armed with a degree in Cognitive Behavioral Neuroscience and trained in IFS Psychotherapy, he is the Founder & CEO of Mind, Brain, Body Lab. This groundbreaking Mental Health AI company specializes in treating Complex PTSD using AI/ML algorithms to analyze biometric and behavioral data.

Committed to bridging the gap between AI and human experience, Cody also heads MyCompanion, a Public Benefit Corporation providing a free, 24/7 conversational AI companion for healing Complex PTSD.

Cody disseminates daily Neuroscience and Psychology tools to improve mental and emotional health post-trauma. His mission is to help one billion people to find happiness and purpose in their lives.

Follow on Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/mindbrainbodylab/

Check out the Mind, Brain, Body Lab website here:

https://www.mindbrainbodylab.com/

In case no one has told you, it's not you, never has been, you are not alone, and you don't have to fix it.

https://characteroutspodcast.com/