Help, I think I’m being financially abused! What can I do about it?

February 6, 2023 No Comments

Research has found that over 99% of victims in abusive relationships were also being financially abused. Could you be experiencing financial abuse? In this episode, Kerry and Tara will identify the common indicators of this abuse type along with some suggestions on how to overcome it. And today’s self-help tip discusses the importance of leading with your head and not your heart when making big relationship decisions. Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources The Complete Rec…

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What to do when your narcissistically abusive ex tries to come back

January 30, 2023 No Comments

In this week’s episode, Kerry and Tara discuss the common problem of exes trying to return after a breakup. Tara also shares why it’s necessary to be careful with following self-help advice in this week’s self-help tip. Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resourcesFirst Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digital courseToxic-Free Relationship Club: Live coaching & community supportFollow Kerry! YoutubeInstag…

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What Is “Narcissistic Abuse?” How Is It Different from Abuse? Is It Being Overused?

January 23, 2023 No Comments

In this week’s episode, Kerry and Tara discuss the use of narcissistic abuse. It’s become a very popular topic on social media. Is it being overused? Then in the Self-Help Tip for today, we’ll share how to handle a common argument tactic like DARVO. Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resourcesFirst Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digital courseToxic-Free Relationship Club: Live coaching & community supportFol…

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As a survivor of abuse, are you setting realistic goals for yourself in 2023?

January 16, 2023 No Comments

In this week’s episode, Kerry and Tara discuss setting realistic goals in 2023 and the Self-Help Tip is a simple strategy on how to hold better boundaries. Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resourcesFirst Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digital courseToxic-Free Relationship Club: Live coaching & community supportFollow Kerry! YoutubeInstagramTikTokFacebookKerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D., an author and educator, hel…

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Big changes for the new year! Let’s make it one of wholeness & health

January 9, 2023 No Comments

Welcome back to a new season! I’m being joined with a co-host, Tara Blair Ball, author & relationship coach and kicking off a new self-help tip segment. Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resourcesFirst Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digital courseToxic-Free Relationship Club: Live coaching & community supportFollow Kerry! YoutubeInstagramTikTokFacebookKerry Kerr McAvoy, Ph.D., an author and educat…

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Ready for the holidays? My three top tips for dealing with difficult relatives and in-laws

December 22, 2022 No Comments

Narcissist and other difficult people love to ruin the holidays. They will find some way to make it harder on you. In this episode I’m going to offer three of my favorite tips on how to manage this year’s holiday season so that it’s more manageable and meaningful. Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resourcesFirst Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digital courseToxic-Free Relationship Club: Live coaching & commu…

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I’ve lost my sense of self after narcissistic abuse. How do I reclaim it?

December 19, 2022 No Comments

Narcissistic abuse damages our sense of self because our sense of self is constantly in flux. An exchange of psychological influence occurs between us and those around us. This episode will look closely at this process and how abuse impacts it as well as outline some ways to begin healing self-esteem after abuse. Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resourcesFirst Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digital courseToxic…

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Why does every issue turn into an argument? My partner says I’m the problem

December 15, 2022 No Comments

Have you noticed how narcissists can take a seemingly straightforward decision and turn it into an exhausting, nonsensical circular argument? The constant conflict can mess with us and make us think we’re the problem. In this episode, we will explore this common dynamic, including how to determine who’s creating the problems. Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resourcesFirst Steps to Leaving: Online self-paced digita…

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Is the abuse harmful to children? Two survivors share their personal experiences

December 12, 2022 No Comments

Does abuse affect children the same way as the adult partner? Today, I’m joined by Bri Peterson of Abuse is Abuse. Both of us experienced emotional or narcissistic abuse as children and adults. In this episode, we will explore the differences between both types of abuse. Was the cognitive dissonance the same? How did that affect our sense of self? Submit your question to be answered on air here! Resources The Complete Recovery Collection: Narcissistic abuse resourcesFirst Steps to Leaving: On…

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