In this episode, my friend Sylvie opens up about something many people live through but rarely talk about out loud — the quiet, confusing world of emotional abuse.

From the complexities of domestic violence to the subtle but deeply damaging patterns of narcissistic abuse and manipulation, she walks us through what it’s like to lose your sense of self… and how she found her way home again.

Sylvie’s story is layered — not just because she lived it, but because she was also helping others do the same. While navigating her own experience, she was working at a domestic violence shelter, supporting women on their own paths to safety and healing.

That dual role gave her a unique, inside-out understanding of what survival really looks like.

But survival wasn’t the finish line. What came next was the deeper work — the healing.

For Sylvie, that meant reconnecting with her spirituality, leaning into Christ consciousness, and allowing divine love and truth to break through the lies she had internalized.

We talk about what it means to co-create healing with something bigger than yourself, and how faith, grace, and presence became part of her path forward.

We also dig into a topic that doesn’t get enough airtime: the emotional toll of toxic female friendships. Because sometimes, the betrayal doesn’t come from a partner — it comes from a peer.

Sylvie shares how she began to notice those patterns and set boundaries that honored her peace.

In this episode, we explore:

-What emotional and narcissistic abuse can look like behind closed doors

-How Sylvie balanced her personal trauma while working in a domestic violence shelter

-The role of spirituality and Christ consciousness in deep, soul-level healing

-The often-overlooked toxicity in female friendships and social circles

-How to rebuild trust in yourself — and reclaim your identity after abuse

This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt spiritually disconnected, emotionally untethered, or socially unseen. You are not alone — and your healing is holy work.

Let’s talk about it.

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NEED HELP? You don't have to suffer in silence. You are not alone & your voice matters.

Tap into these domestic violence & narcissistic abuse recovery resources below

National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-SAFE

STAND! crisis line: 888-215-5555

To find a domestic violence shelter near you, visit the ⁠DomesticShelters.org Find Help page⁠.

STAND! For families free of violence

"STAND! offers free, confidential in-person and virtual support groups to both adult and youth survivors of interpersonal or domestic violence. Groups are offered throughout the year in English or Spanish, adult and youth age groups, open to all gender identities, and all members of the LGBTQQI+ community."

Stand Up Survivor + @StandUpSurvivorSylvie⁠

"Our mission is to provide life-saving services that allow survivors of domestic violence to find freedom, heal, become self-sufficient, and thrive."

@svswellness - Intuitive Clairsentient Healing, Biofield Healing/Coaching, Non-Surgical Body Contouring

⁠@healingherstories - Lucy Licausi-Baniel - Narcissistic Abuse Recovery & Trauma Coach

Somatic trauma-informed nurse coach helping women heal from emotional trauma and narcissistic abuse.

A guide for male survivors of domestic violence

"Reach out for help. Men who are being abused can always reach out to their local domestic violence shelter, even if it’s a women-only shelter, or call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-SAFE."

Taboo

"At Taboo, we strive to empower communities and families through comprehensive support services. Our mission is to create a safe and nurturing environment for those in need."