In this empowering episode of Goddess Rising, we explore a reality many survivors face but often struggle to name: CPTSD after leaving a narcissistic abusive relationship.
I share how Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) is different from PTSD, why trauma from narcissistic abuse is often invisible yet deeply damaging, and how it impacts the nervous system — keeping you stuck in cycles of fear, hypervigilance, emotional flashbacks, and self-doubt.
Together, we’ll dive into:
What CPTSD really is and how it shows up in survivors
How narcissistic abuse rewires the mind and body for survival
The protective adaptations of fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses
Why healing requires validating your experience, rebuilding trust in yourself, and grieving what was lost
How to begin regulating your nervous system and reconnecting to your true, authentic self
You are not broken. You are not crazy. You are a powerful soul who survived the unimaginable — and you are capable of healing and thriving beyond it.
If you’ve ever wondered why you feel the way you do after narcissistic abuse, this episode is a compassionate, validating guide to help you understand yourself on a deeper level.
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