Healing After Narcissistic Abuse: Caroline Strawson's Journey and New Book
Episode Overview
Caroline shares her personal experience with a covert narcissist. Introduction of therapeutic tools like Internal Family Systems and Brainspotting. The book offers practical exercises and meditations for emotional regulation. Emphasis on breaking the silence around narcissistic abuse. Encouragement towards post-traumatic growth.
Narcissistic abuse is not like a light switch. It’s insidious. It creeps up on you.
Have you ever felt trapped in a relationship with a narcissist, unsure of how to escape the emotional whirlwind? Caroline Strawson, a best-selling author and trauma therapist, shares her deeply personal journey through narcissistic abuse in her latest book, 'How To Heal After Narcissistic Abuse'. In this episode, Caroline is buzzing with excitement as she talks about the book's launch and how it serves as a comprehensive guide for anyone looking to heal from the trauma of narcissistic relationships.
She reflects on her own experiences with a covert narcissist, detailing the emotional, psychological, and financial abuse she endured without realising it at the time. Caroline opens up about hitting rock bottom—losing her home, grappling with PTSD, and feeling utterly broken. But her story is one of hope and transformation. She describes how she pieced her life back together using various therapeutic tools like Internal Family Systems, Brainspotting, and Somatic Experiencing.
Her book is packed with practical advice, exercises, and meditations to help you regulate your emotions and move towards post-traumatic growth. Caroline’s passion is palpable as she discusses the importance of recognising narcissistic abuse and educating others about it. She wants to break the silence and stigma surrounding this issue, making her book not just a personal achievement but a collective healing tool.
So, if you or someone you know is struggling with narcissistic abuse, this episode—and Caroline’s book—could be the lifeline you’ve been waiting for. Why not give it a listen and start your journey towards healing today?