In this heartfelt bonus episode of Heart Expressions With Vickie, I share powerful, personal stories from real people, both men and women, who reached out to me with their experiences of being in toxic relationships.

They open up about what they went through, how they recognized the signs, and the strength it took to walk away. From emotional manipulation and gaslighting to rediscovering self-worth and healing, each story is a reminder that you’re not alone, and that freedom is possible.

This episode is for anyone seeking hope, clarity, and the courage to choose peace over pain.

📌 Disclaimer:

This podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes only and does not substitute for professional therapy or counseling. If you are experiencing emotional abuse or mental health challenges, please seek help from a qualified mental health professional.

In this special couch session, I sit down with a few young men to have an honest, unfiltered conversation about toxic relationships, from their point of view.

We talked about:

What a healthy relationship looks like for men?

How do you know when a man is in a toxic relationship?

Why do many guys stay in toxic situations longer than they should?

Why do men find it hard to talk about situations in their relationship?

And what does healing look like for a man trying to unlearn dysfunction?

This episode is raw, real, and necessary, because healing isn’t gendered.

It’s time we heard what young men are truly feeling but rarely get asked.

Listen in. Share with someone who needs this. Let’s break the silence, together.

⚠️ Disclaimer:

This podcast is for educational and inspirational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional therapy or counseling. If you are experiencing emotional abuse or mental health challenges, please seek help from a qualified professional.