Character Outs

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast, I am honored to host Mei Ling. Mei Ling helps women who identify as the black sheep of their families move from feeling inadequate to becoming powerful cycle breakers by helping them reconnect with their unique soul’s agenda and divine support system, so that they can shine their light into the world, knowing they are deeply loved and valued for who t...

Womp Womp... On this episode of the Character Outs Podcast we talk about the fuckery of your toxic family choosing your ex over you. But wait, did you normalize it like I did? We also talk about how it's ok to look at the people in our life with fresh eyes and become ok with knowing our worth and making sure the people in our life are matching our energy. You are worth it. Their behavior may h...

On this episode of the Character Outs Podcast meet my chosen sister....Raya. Who says you can't find family on social media?? Raya is a survivor, advocate, mama, sister and no contact with her mother. Raya is truly one of the most inspirational people I have met on this journey. Her strength, beauty, intelligence and desire to help YOU hold your strength and power. You will be inspired by her...

On this episode of the Character Outs Podcast we discuss the concept of acceptance. Accepting the fact that we won't ever have the family we wanted and certainly don't plan on welcoming back the toxic family we were given. Where does that leave us? Do we stay in a place of sadness, bitterness...I hope not! This episode takes a morbid turn as we discuss the worst-case scenario and about how...

On this episode of The Character Outs Podcast we talk about all of the emotions that go with celebrating birthdays and holidays while being no contact with toxic family. The feels: *disappointment *rejection *relief *shock I just celebrated my birthday and another holiday with radio silence from my toxic family. I should be happy that they are respecting my boundaries, right? Yay to more peace and...

On this episode of The Character Outs Podcast I read Tya's story. Tya is happily married and a stay-at-home mom of three. She was also a daughter who gave and gave to a mother whom she thought was her best friend. Join me as I read her story of awakening to the emotional abuse and manipulation of her narcissistic mother. The initial fear of going no contact and the lessons she has learned alon...

On this episode of the Character Outs Podcast we ring in season 2 in the new studio! I talk about what is new around here at the Character Outs Podcast. I also discuss, my vision for season 2 and this community. We also talk about the concept of pivoting, evolving, changing and growing and how if you were raised by a toxic family, especially a narcissistic mother, how this concept can feel odd. It...

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast I take a trip home. Do you live close to the toxic family you are no contact with? Well, I am not, and I must say....It is difficult to go back home! Well, I didn't go home...this is NOT that kind of podcast, haha. But I did go to my hometown and man did it bring up some emotions that I did not expect. Join me as I share some issues and emotions th...

Join me as I read Kim's story. Kim is a survivor of a toxic family, including the emotional abuse of her narcissistic mother. Abandonment, triangulation with her younger brother at the hands of her narcissistic mother, the loss of her father, the lifetime effort to try and make it work, along with periods of no contact. All leading to the moment she realized her worth and said no more. The mom...

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast we talk about trauma responses...ya know, we are all familiar with the four types of trauma responses right? Flight, fight, freeze or fawn. Ok, ok..so I have said it before, and I will say it again...I am a proud survivor of narcissistic abuse from my mother and the rest of my family is out of control toxic. I am not a therapist, nor do I have a degree...

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast, we talk about the chaos and confusion that our narcissistic mothers created. And honestly, it wasn't until I went no contact that I really saw how chaotic and confusing it was. We talk about the ways our narcissistic mothers created internal chaos and confusion as well as external confusion in just about every aspect and relationship in our lives....

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast, I chat with my friend Gina. She is a mother of two, and a women's health advocate and coach. She is also author of the blog: The Connected Parent-a blog dedicated to providing resources and tips for healing in mind, body and spirit while parenting. Gina comes from a large Italian family so as you can imagine, choosing to go no contact with her nar...

Has that thought ever crossed your mind? Oh fuck, am I acting like my mom right now? On this episode of the Character Outs podcast I share my stories and struggles when that question swirls in my head. Yea..total ick. We talk about the fact that yea...we are going to have some traits of our narcissistic mother. BUT here is the thing, we are so hyper cognizant of not being anything like her that wh...

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast I chat with Dave. He is a survivor of narcissistic abuse from multiple fronts and is also the creator of the platform: healing after a narcissist on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/healing.after.a.narcissist/ Are you ready to feel empowered, validated and feel the glorious confirmation that you are absolutely on the right path having left your tox...

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast we talk about: toxic independence Toxic huh? what? Yea...ya know...the kind of independence that we who come from a toxic family and raised by a narcissistic parent can tend to have. Wait, Terri..are you calling ME toxic? Well, to be fair, I am calling myself toxic too. We break down the difference between independence and toxic independence. What fuel...

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast we discuss the conundrum of recognizing that life with our narcissistic mom or dad wasn't ALL bad! sigh... We talk about how to handle the emotions of the occasional warm memory that pops into our minds. On this no contact journey, we know that these warm memories of our family can pop into our heads when we least expect it. And guess what, it is t...

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast I chat with Laura Bytheway (yes, that is her real last name!) This girl...she is a coach, mom of three and host of the podcast: The Post-Narc Life with Laura Bytheway. She offers some fresh and beautiful insight and validation. She gives a beautiful approach to healing and redeeming the trauma that the toxic family member in your life has inflicted. We...

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast we talk about SIX things that we are going to embrace in the new year! 1. we are no longer going to feel guilty that we walked away from our toxic family. 2. we are going to lean into every emotion associated with going, being and staying no contact with our toxic family. 3. we are going to talk to ourselves like we are our best friend! (we can be so m...

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast, I am pleased to bring to you all of YOUR responses from our Instagram poll: What new holiday traditions have you embraced since going no contact with your toxic family? You guys delivered! The inspirational, encouraging and amazing responses blew me away and I am so excited to share them with you. In case no one has told you lately, it's not you,...

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast, I chat with Raven Scott. Spiritual mentor, author and host of the Empath and the Narcissist podcast. Raven shares her story of awakening and departure from her narcissistic ex-husband, her healing journey and some brilliant ways we can embrace this holiday season while being no contact with toxic family. You will love getting to know Raven as she open...

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast I have the privilege of sitting down with the sweetest of souls, Christie Hays. Christie is a therapist, turned women's empowerment life coach who is on a mission to empower every woman who has come from a toxic family system remind her that she is not alone. Christy was the victim of sexual abuse at a very young age. When Christy finally gained th...

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast I talk about: when they call Yea..when the narcissist who has discarded you decides to pop back into your life. Oh the emotions. Join me as I walk through how I handled a recent phone call from my covert narcissistic mother who discarded me almost 4 years ago and now.....I get a phone call. Bitch please. But also..ugh... Join the party over on Instagra...

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast, I have a raw and honest conversation with my husband. I feel like when we are raised in a toxic home, and especially, by a narcissistic mother, we have learned so many toxic ways that we look at life and deal with situations. Good news is, we have control over these responses. And unlike our narcissistic mothers, the ability to reflect and grow. Who w...

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast, I talk about... Thanksgiving I revisit my first Thanksgiving after being kicked out of the house by my narcissistic mother. I discuss how we can navigate the emotions of sadness during this holiday. But most of all, this episode is brought to you by members of the Instagram community. I wrote a post asking what YOU are most thankful for since having g...

On this episode of the Character Outs podcast, I am honored to sit down with Dr. Sajad Vahedi. Dr. Sajad is a coach who specializes in CBT & Schema Therapy. He helps his clients stop the toxic relationship cycle and build healthy intimate relationships. And the way in which he goes about the process is fascinating. For us who come from a toxic family and were raised by a narcissistic mother, h...