Confronting a narcissist: Sophia's courageous journey of escaping and healing from narcissistic abuse (PT3).

In this episode of Prey VS Predator, we conclude our series with our guest Sophia.  As we wrap up the conversation, Sophia shares the difficulty of confronting her community about her abusive husband's behaviour and the loss of many friends that followed this disclosure.

Throughout this final chapter of our conversation, we explore the role of justice, compassion, and accountability when dealing with predators, especially in significant institutions such as the church.  Sophia also stresses the importance of building mutually respectful relationships and the necessity of having an exit strategy and a supportive team when dealing with a controlling partner.

This episode is filled with powerful insights about healing from abuse, setting boundaries, and recovering from abuse. If you're battling with similar experiences or know someone who is, Sophia’s story will definitely resonate... but also offer some hope. 

Don’t forget to reach out if you need help, and remember, you are not alone.

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Welcome back Sophia! In this episode of Prey VS Predator, we continue to explore Sophia's harrowing journey of abuse.

Sophia shares her experiences of spousal abuse and how the simplistic messaging she received from her religious community, messaging about unconditional love and self-sacrifice in marriage, perpetuated the cycles of abuse.

In this conversation, we do a deep dive with Sophia into the alarming power dynamics within religious institutions, and how this power is often rooted in a misguided loyalty to a narcissistic and predatory leader.

This is an episode you do NOT want to miss.

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Lies, Narcissism and Religious Control... brace yourself, this is a wild episode.

Meet Sophia, a long-time friend and listener of the show, and this is her story. In this multi-part conversation, our guest Sophia shares her experience of religious manipulation and narcissistic psychological abuse in her marriage. She does a beautiful job of shedding light on the deceptive tactics used by her spouse, the devastating consequences of religious control, and the unwavering courage she needed to break free from this abuse. This conversation is one you do NOT want to miss. Sophia offers so many invaluable insights for recognizing and confronting abuse and tips for identifying narcissistic, predatory behaviour.

We hope you enjoy the episode.

Welcome back! In this episode of Prey VS Predator, we dive even deeper with our special guest Carla Shohet, a trauma recovery expert, discussing self-regulation, the vagus nerve, and overcoming trauma.

Carla shares practical tips for healing, cultivating courage, and opening ourselves up to vulnerability. Discover the power of breath-work and mindfulness for self-regulation and gain insights into the impact of trauma on the nervous system.

This is a particularly unique episode as our hosts, Amber, Jill and PJ, open up about their own experiences with trauma and seek Carla's guidance. They discuss the challenges of facing underlying pain and the importance of finding trauma-informed professionals to help you navigate complex traumas.

Don't miss this powerful episode of "Prey vs Predator." Subscribe for more thought-provoking content, and support us on Patreon to keep this project going. Let's journey together towards healing and self-discovery.

00:00:00 - Understanding Your Trauma Response

00:01:00 - Welcome Carla!

00:02:02 - Amber: Vulnerability & Visibility as a Strength

00:12:29 - PJ: When People Don't Believe Your Trauma

00:20:16 - Jill: Keeping Busy As A Coping Mechanism

00:25:56 - Confronting What We're Afraid Of

00:29:43 - Wrapping Up: Where to Find Carla

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Was your partner a narcissist? Is your child showing similar behaviours? You might not know it, but this is called 'generational trauma', and you can be the force for good to stop that pattern from continuing.

In this truly incredible episode, we continue our series with Carla Shohet, a trauma and narcissistic abuse psychologist from the U.K. In this raw and revealing conversation, Carla shares insights on the nature and truly devastating impacts of generational trauma.

Through powerful personal stories and practical advice, Carla offers hope and guidance to those who have been victimized by narcissists and explores the critical responsibility parents have to do the hard work of healing to stop the pattern of generational trauma, regardless of who it started with.

If you or someone you know is struggling to break free from the trauma they carry, this discussion is a must-watch. Join the Prey vs Predator hosts and Carla Shohet for a gripping and enlightening conversation that will leave you feeling empowered and inspired to take control of your mental health and well-being!

Enjoy the episode!

What is Trauma? What are the signs that someone has been traumatized? What are common coping mechanisms seen in trauma victims and how can people find a path towards healing?

Today is our second conversation with Carla Shohet, a trauma and narcissistic abuse recovery psychologist in the U.K. In this episode, Carla discusses the central issue in trauma recovery: the mind/body connection. This, according to Carla, is THE ISSUE when trying to understand how trauma impacts people, and that even the body's seemingly unhelpful defence mechanisms are actually attempts to heal itself.

We hope you enjoy the conversation, and make sure to check out all of Carla's amazing online resources.

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What is Trauma? What are the markers of someone who has been traumatized? What are common coping mechanisms seen in trauma victims and how can people find a path towards healing?

Today we speak with the truly incredible Carla Shohet, a trauma and narcissistic abuse recovery psychologist in the U.K. In this episode, Carla shares her amazing story, what compelled her to study trauma, common symptoms of traumatic experience, the possibility of healing, and much, much more.

We hope you enjoy the conversation, and make sure to check out all of Carla's amazing online resources.

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00:00:00 - Trauma is NOT The Event

00:00:34 - Consider Supporting Us!

00:01:00 - Welcome Carla Shohet

00:02:34 - Background & Interest in Trauma

00:08:56 - Beginning to Develop a Language

00:15:30 - What is Trauma?

00:20:15 - Separating Our True Selves From Our Trauma Responses

00:23:59 - What I Learned From My Own Trauma Timeline

00:24:45 - The Pit Falls of Self-Ownership

00:29:38 - My Mission & What I Wish People Knew

00:34:53 - What You Can Do To Regulate Your Nervous System

00:41:29 - Stay Tuned!

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Darrell, a man, was the victim of domestic abuse, trapped in an abusive marriage, witnessing the abuse of his children. Now, in the aftermath of his divorce, Darrel struggles under the confusion and disorientation himself, even as he finds a new lease on life.

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What is ‘walking on eggshells’? What does it look and feel like? Are you experiencing this and, if so, what can you do about it?

In this episode we discuss the experience of walking on eggshells - the feelings of uncertainty and fear victims feel when they are held unfairly responsibility for their predator’s reactions.

We hope this gives you some things to start thinking about and we hope you will engage with us further via Instagram, facebook or youtube!

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Domestic abuse isn't always physical. A partner can be abusive in all sorts of other ways, no the least of which is manipulation and infidelity.

This is Jill's story of intimate partner abuse.

Jill's story is heartbreaking. Throughout her first marriage, her husband slowly showed himself to be a predator. But his abusive behaviour didn't start after they got married. According to Jill herself, her ex's predatory tendencies were clear to everyone around her... but not to her.

Why? Why is it so hard to see the toxic behaviours in our partners? Why does it remain difficult even while we're in the middle of abuse? Why can we remain blind to it even while others, especially our kids, are telling us the person is no good?

In this episode we explore the complexities of spousal abuse and how, even in the midst of abuse, there is hope.

We hope this gives you some things to start thinking about and we hope you will engage with us further via Instagram, facebook or youtube!

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