Caroline Strawson
Caroline Strawson
The Narcissistic Abuse Cycle
The Narcissistic Abuse Cycle
The Narcissistic Abuse Cycle
Tuesday 14th January 2025
Understand the narcissistic abuse cycle and learn practical steps to break free from trauma bonds with insights from Caroline Strawson.
17 minutes
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Caroline Strawson
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Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Healing Relationships
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Understanding the stages of the narcissistic abuse cycle: love bombing, devaluation, and hoovering.
- Recognising the physiological addiction created by trauma bonds.
- The importance of intentional self-care and somatic healing.
- Practical steps to break free from the narcissistic abuse cycle.
- Emphasising that the fault lies with the narcissist's manipulative tactics.
It's not your fault. It's a physiological response. But now you have awareness, it has to come down to intention to actually break that.
Have you ever found yourself questioning your sanity, feeling trapped in a toxic relationship cycle? This episode of The Narcissistic Abuse & Trauma Recovery Podcast, hosted by Caroline Strawson, dives into the insidious narcissistic abuse cycle. Caroline, a best-selling author and award-winning trauma therapist, shares her personal journey from being a podiatrist to becoming a trauma therapist after enduring years of narcissistic abuse.
She uses her expertise to break down the cycle of love bombing, devaluation, and hoovering that keeps victims ensnared. With a focus on the physiological addiction created by this cycle, Caroline explains how our bodies crave the dopamine highs and cortisol rushes, making it incredibly challenging to break free. She emphasises that the fault lies not with the victim but with the manipulative tactics of the narcissist.
Through intentional self-care and somatic healing, Caroline offers hope and practical steps for reclaiming one's power and breaking the trauma bond. Her empathetic approach provides a safe space for listeners to feel understood and supported. If you've ever wondered why you can't just leave or why you keep responding to a narcissist, this episode is a must-listen. It’s packed with insights and strategies to help you understand the physiological aspects of trauma bonding and start your journey towards healing.
Tune in to learn more about recognising these patterns and taking the first steps towards reclaiming your life.