Why am I the way I am?
In the first episode of The Cook Coterie Podcast, I share the purpose behind this podcast and a condensed version of my story of growth and healing. After realizing my mother's narcissism, I embarked on a journey to be free of narcissistic control and create a new legacy for the next generation in my family. I share tips on how to find your authentic self no matter what you've been through in life.
I help narcissistic abuse survivors live the life they deserve! Schedule a confidential conversation with me here.
Connect with me at @marieelliscook on Instagram to stay up to date on all Cook Coterie projects.
Books I recommend on healing your inner child:
- The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.
- Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents by Lindsay C. Gibson
The bible for healing daughters of narc mothers:
- Will I Ever Be Good Enough?: Healing The Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers by Dr. Karyl McBride
Mental health resources:
USA:
Distress & Lifeline: 1800 273 8255
Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741 741
Domestic Violence Helpline: 1800 799 7233
Victim Connect: support for victims of crime: 855 484 2846
MTC program: maketheconnection.net/resources/spread-the-word
SINGAPORE:
TOUCHline (Counselling) – 1800 377 2252
Institute of Mental Health’s Mental Health Helpline (6389-2222)
Samaritans of Singapore (1800-221-4444)
Silver Ribbon Singapore (6385-3714)
Big Love Child Protection Specialist Centre (6445-0400)
HEART @ Fei Yue Child Protection Specialist Centre (6819-9170)
PAVE Integrated Services for Individual and Family Protection (6555-0390)
Project START (6476-1482)
TRANS SAFE Centre (6449-9088)
UK:
Mind: mental health support: 0300 123 3393
SANE: mental health support: 0300 304 7000
National Stalking Helpline: 0808 802 0300
CANADA:
Distress Centre https://www.dcottawa.on.ca/
They are open 10am to 11pm EST and you can chat by phone or text. Their number is Distress: 613-238-3311 | Crisis: 613-722-6914 or 1-866-996-0991
For a list of Canadian crisis centres: https://thelifelinecanada.ca/help/call/
NEW ZEALAND:
Lifeline: 0800 543354
Depression Helpline: 0800 111 757 (Text 4202)
AUSTRALIA:
Lifeline Crisis Support: 13 11 14
Beyond Blue: Depression and anxiety support: 1300 22 46 36
Rape & Domestic Violence Services: 1800 737 732
Men's Line: 1300 78 99 78
Headspace: Youth Mental Health Foundation: see headspace.org.au for your local centre.
