Allison K. Dagney
Be A Better You
The Be a Better You Podcast (formerly The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast) is hosted by Best Selling Author and Certified Rapid Reprogramming™ Coach, Allison K. Dagney. As a young adult, I met a man who I believed was the love of my life. We got married quickly and brought three kids into the world. But something was wrong. I was miserable. And I blamed myself for all the problems in our marriage. What I didn't know, was that I was being emotional abused by who I believe is a narcissist. I decided it was time to break free and step into the person I was always meant to be — confident and fre...
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Jul 9, 2026
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Episodes
Episode 153: Becoming Abundant: Healing Money Wounds & Unpacking Financial Abuse 10.04.2025 42:33
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with money mindset and manifestation coach Victoria D’Ambrozio for a powerful conversation on healing your relationship with money. We dive into the stories and beliefs we absorbed in childhood, how they shape our financial patterns today, and the often-overlooked connection between these beliefs and financial...
Episode 152: Rumination Relief is Possible For You 08.04.2025 26:04
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond If your mind won’t stop replaying old conversations, checking their socials, or wondering what you did wrong — this episode is your gentle interruption. Rumination isn’t about logic. It’s about emotion, protection, and an overwhelmed nervous system trying to make sense of what happened. In this episode, I’m breaking down why those looping thoughts fe...
Episode 151: Unlocking Healing & Purpose Through Human Design with Adriana Keefe 03.04.2025 45:40
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond Have you ever felt like something inside you was meant for more, but you just couldn’t access it? Maybe you’ve felt disconnected from your true self—like society, trauma, or past experiences have shut you down. Well, today’s guest knows exactly what that feels like, and she’s here to help us uncover who we were truly designed to be. I’m so excited to...
Episode 150: 10 Signs it Wasn't You, It Was Emotional Abuse 01.04.2025 33:45
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond If you’ve ever walked away from a toxic relationship thinking “maybe I was the problem,” this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air. In this powerful and eye-opening episode, we’re unpacking 10 subtle signs it wasn’t you — it was emotional abuse . Whether you were in a relationship with a narcissist, someone emotionally immature, or just someo...
Episode 149: Am I The Toxic One? Understanding Your Defensive Reactions 25.03.2025 33:18
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond Have you ever looked back on your relationship and thought, “Was I the problem?” Maybe you manipulated conversations to avoid conflict, withheld things to protect yourself, or even lost your temper—and now you’re questioning if you were just as toxic as your ex. First, let me tell you: You are not alone. In this episode, we’re unpacking: ✔️ Why so ma...
Episode 148: How to Feel Safe in Your Body After Emotional Abuse 18.03.2025 45:00
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond After experiencing emotional abuse, it can feel like your body is stuck in survival mode—constantly scanning for threats, even when none exist. In this episode, we’re diving deep into how to reconnect with safety in your body by addressing both nervous system regulation and subconscious healing. You’ll learn: ✔️ How fight, flight, freeze, and fawn re...
Episode 147: Reclaiming Your Power: Why Seeking Validation Keeps You Stuck 11.03.2025 27:31
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond Have you ever felt amazing when someone compliments you—only to feel completely crushed when they criticize you? That’s the trap of external validation. When your worth is dependent on what others think, you give away your power—allowing their words to dictate how you feel about yourself. In this episode, we’re breaking down: ✔️ Why seeking validatio...
Episode 146: Neural Plasticity in Action: My Real Life Story and Tips to Change Your Brain 04.03.2025 36:12
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond In this special episode of the 'Be A Better You Podcast,' I share with you the fascinating world of neural plasticity, the brain's remarkable ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections throughout life. This concept isn't just scientific jargon; it's a hopeful reality that each of us can harness to fundamen...
Episode 145: How to Avoid a Narcissist: Shifting Beliefs and Energetics that Make You Vulnerable 25.02.2025 27:07
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond Have you ever asked yourself, “Why do I keep ending up in toxic relationships?” If you’ve experienced narcissistic abuse , emotional abuse , or felt trapped in trauma bonds , you might believe you’re somehow attracting these relationships. But here’s the truth— this is not your fault. Narcissists don’t target you because you’re weak. They’re drawn to...
Episode 144: 3 Common Beliefs Keeping You Stuck (and ways to shift them) 18.02.2025 28:52
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond Have you ever felt like no matter how much time passes, you’re still stuck in the same emotional loops? Maybe you’re doing all the “right” things, but the past still weighs heavy, and healing feels just out of reach. The truth is, it’s not your fault. There are subconscious beliefs keeping you stuck—and today, we’re uncovering them. 🚀 In this episod...
Episode 143: What No One Tells You About the Healing Journey 11.02.2025 31:26
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond Healing from emotional abuse isn’t as simple as “moving on.” If you’ve ever felt stuck in post-separation abuse , trapped in the cycle of rumination , or like no matter how much time passes, the pain still lingers—this episode is for you. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the hard truths about the healing journey —the things no one tells you when you’r...
Episode 142: Radiate and Rise: Turning Pain Into Power 04.02.2025 27:10
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond Have you ever felt like you’d never escape the emotional pain of narcissistic abuse , emotional manipulation , or post-separation abuse ? Like the weight of your past will always hold you back? In this powerful episode, I share my personal journey of overcoming emotional trauma , smear campaigns , and the relentless cycle of being dragged back to cou...
Episode 141: Smear Campaigns: How to Protect Your Peace When They Attack Your Character 28.01.2025 22:49
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond In this episode, I dive into the exhausting and painful reality of smear campaigns—when someone spreads lies to damage your reputation. Drawing from my own story I share what I call the “Ten Pages of Hate” from my upcoming book Radiate and Rise: Discovering Peace and Power During and After Divorce. I also share in this episode how smear campaigns can...
Episode 140: My Top Tips to Communicating with a Narcissist 21.01.2025 29:49
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond Today, we will be diving into the challenging topic of how to communicate with a narcissist. If you are dealing with a narcissistic ex-partner, family member, or co-worker, you know how stressful and draining these interactions can be. But fear not, I'm here to share my personal tips and tricks to help you navigate these challenging conversation...
Episode 139: How to Deal When the Abuse Continues Post-Separation 14.01.2025 43:27
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond Leaving an abusive relationship is supposed to bring peace, but for many, the abuse doesn’t end—it evolves and often ramps up. In this episode of The Be Better You Podcast , we tackle the reality of post-separation abuse and provide actionable steps to regain your power. I explore common tactics abusers use to maintain control, such as lying to child...
Episode 138: You Can't Love People Harder Into Loving You 07.01.2025 34:20
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond In this episode, we dive deep into the emotional trap of believing that if you just love someone harder, they’ll finally love you back the way you deserve. Whether it’s over-giving, trying to fix someone, or sacrificing your needs to keep the peace, we unpack the patterns of codependency that often leave us feeling drained, unappreciated, and stuck i...
Episode 137: Setting Intentions for Emotional Healing in 2025 31.12.2024 20:27
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond Setting clear intentions is the foundation for effective emotional healing. Without them, you risk wandering aimlessly, unsure of your direction. In this episode, I’ll walk you through 5 simple steps to create a powerful intention that anchors your healing journey and keeps you focused on the life you want to create in 2025. Tune in and take the firs...
Episode 136: The "V" Word 24.12.2024 20:32
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond Were you victimized in the past? Maybe you are still being victimized. In today's episode I am sharing some very important insights with you regarding victims. You have my utmost sympathy and compassion if you are or were victimized by an abuser. It's my hope that if you experienced narcissistic abuse, emotional abuse, or any abuse whatsoe...
Episode 135: How ‘Knowing You Know Nothing’ Can Transform Your Life 17.12.2024 19:34
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond Have you ever been so sure you knew something—only to realize later you were way off? In this episode, we dive into the timeless wisdom of Socrates and his famous quote, “The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.” We’ll explore why embracing what you don’t know isn’t a weakness but a superpower that can lead to deeper growth, clarity, and...
Episode 134: You Are Not Broken 10.12.2024 17:22
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond In this heartfelt episode, I share a simple yet powerful story about making Thanksgiving meals with my kids—and how a spilled pile of cheese became a lesson in self-compassion. When my daughter asked my son, "What’s wrong with you?" for spilling the cheese, I stepped in to reframe the moment, reminding them that mistakes don’t make us broke...
Episode 133: Low Self-Worth, Rumination, and Comparing Yourself to Others 03.12.2024 20:47
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond Have you ever found yourself scrolling through your ex’s new partner’s profile, comparing every detail to yourself, and wondering why you weren’t enough? It’s not just about them moving on—it’s about the spiral of self-doubt and worthlessness that follows. In this deeply personal and transformative episode, I’m sharing my story of how I fell into tha...
Episode 132: Why Can't I Ever Be Good Enough - A Painful Personal Story **Listener Disclaimer 26.11.2024 37:59
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond Please Note the LISTENER DISCLAIMER!!! Episode Description: In this episode of the Be A Better You Podcast , we’re exploring the deep-seated belief that so many people carry—“Why can’t I ever be good enough?” that was shared by a listener. This thought often leads to cycles of rumination, especially for those who have experienced narcissistic or emot...
Episode 131: You Are Not Your Ruminations: Your Thoughts Don't Define You 19.11.2024 20:55
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond In this episode of the Be A Better You Podcast , we explore how rumination keeps us tied to painful memories and emotions, especially after experiences of narcissistic abuse and emotional abuse. If you’ve ever felt that letting go of certain thoughts would mean losing a part of yourself, you’re not alone. Many people struggle to separate from repetit...
Episode 130: What's Keeping You Tethered to the Pain? 12.11.2024 31:07
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond In this episode of the Be A Better You Podcast , we’re uncovering the hidden beliefs that keep you tethered to emotional pain, especially after challenging experiences like narcissistic or emotional abuse. If you’ve found yourself stuck in a cycle of rumination, this episode will help you discover how deeply embedded subconscious beliefs—like feeling...
Episode 129: Why You Can't Stop Thinking About It 05.11.2024 27:40
Leave a text or voice message so we can respond "Why You Can’t Stop Thinking About It" In this episode of the Be A Better You Podcast , we explore why so many people struggle to stop thinking about their ex, especially after experiencing narcissistic abuse, emotional abuse, or trauma bonds. If you're tired of the endless mental loops and intrusive thoughts, this episode will help yo...
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