What happens when you wake up one day and realize… you’ve lost yourself?

In this powerful episode, therapist and author Darlene Lancer, JD, LMFT joins Kevin to explore the deep emotional patterns that cause us to disconnect from who we truly are. From codependency and shame to narcissistic relationships and early childhood dynamics, Darlene shares decades of wisdom to help you understand why you may have given your identity away—and how to begin reclaiming it.Whether you’re healing from a toxic relationship, navigating major life transitions, or simply feel stuck, this conversation offers truth, hope, and tools for your personal growth journey.Topics we cover:- The hidden ways we “give away” our identity- What it means to lose yourself in relationships- How trauma and shame distort self-worth- Why intuition matters—and how to trust it- Practical steps to reconnect with your real self🔗Connect with Darlene:https://whatiscodependency.comhttps://darlenelancer.com/Instagram: @darlenelancerlmftFacebook: facebook.com/darlene.lancerLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/darlenelancerYouTube: youtube.com/c/darlenelancerBooks: Codependency for Dummies, Conquering Shame and Codependency, Dating, Loving, and Leaving a Narcissist, Unfettered Soulshttps://www.amazon.com/s?k=Darlene+Lancer&i=audible🔗Connect with Kevin McNulty🐦 X (Twitter): @kevinspeaks2u💼 LinkedIn: @kevinmcnultyspeaks📘 Facebook: @kevinrichardmcnulty📸 Instagram: @kevinmcnultyspeaks🌐 LinkTree: linktr.ee/kevinmcnulty