Starting Over - Your New Chapter

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY Starting over can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be a mountain to climb. In this episode, Sharlene breaks down the external work of rebuilding your life into clear, manageable areas, showing you how a holistic approach helps you gain clarity and direction. Discover how to reinvent yourself by focusing on what truly matters for your new chapter. WHAT TO LIST...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY Have you ever considered that starting over doesn't always come from a place of difficulty? In this episode, Sharlene explores the exciting side of reinventing yourself by choice, celebrating women who proactively decide to embark on a new chapter. Discover the compelling reasons why women are choosing to rebuild their lives with intention and clarity right now. WHAT...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY In this episode, Sharlene Lee dives deep into why your identity is the foundational key to starting over, exploring how identities are formed and what happens when we try to rebuild without first getting clear on who we truly are. Discover why the internal work of understanding your identity must come first for lasting change. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR • Why it can feel like some...

Send us Fan Mail Summary In this episode, Sharlene introduces her powerful two-layer approach to rebuilding your life, revealing why you can't just fix one thing in isolation. Discover the internal and external work necessary for women reinventing themselves, and gain clarity on where to begin. What to listen for • Why starting over isn't always about something going wrong, and how it ca...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY If you've been trying to move forward but keep feeling pulled back toward who you used to be, this episode is for you. In this episode of Your New Chapter, Sharlene Lee — women's life coach and starting over specialist — explores why the self you've been grieving may never have been your truest self to begin with. Whether you are starting over, rebuilding yo...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY Life shifts happen to all of us — some forced upon us, some chosen, and some that quietly creep up without warning. In this episode of Your New Chapter, women's life coach Sharlene Lee breaks down the specific life shifts that bring women to the point of starting over or reinventing themselves, and why those shifts leave us feeling stuck even when we desperately want...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY If you've ever felt like the life you have no longer fits the woman you're becoming — this episode is for you. In this first episode of Your New Chapter, women's life coach Sharlene Lee introduces the concept of the "in-between" — that disorienting space between the season you're leaving and the one you haven't stepped into yet. Whether y...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY In this milestone episode, Shar announces a transformative evolution for the podcast. Moving from "Life After Narcissism" to "Your New Chapter," the show expands its mission to support women standing at the threshold of any major life transition. Whether you are recovering from a difficult season or simply outgrowing an old identity, this episode explor...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY In Part 2 of this moving interview, Shar and Ariel Collin dive deep into the "after" of narcissistic abuse. Ariel opens up about the difficult but rewarding journey of rebuilding her life, from the initial pain of the breakup to the unexpected joy of business ownership. They explore the mindset shifts required to heal, the power of pushing through discomfort, and...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY In the first part of this moving interview, Shar talks with Ariel Collin about her personal experience of falling into and navigating a relationship with a narcissist. Ariel opens up about how the relationship started as a fun whirlwind during the isolation of COVID, only to slowly transform into a web of control, guilt, and isolation. They discuss the difficulty of identi...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY In this powerful episode, Shar sits down with her dear friend, communication strategist and public speaking coach Natasha Cruz, to discuss the journey of reclaiming your voice after it has been silenced by narcissistic abuse. Natasha shares her personal story of overcoming the fear of public speaking and how she discovered that our voice is more than just sound—it's a...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY ✍🏽 In this episode of Life After Narcissism, I share a powerful thriver's story with Julie Barth—a writer, mother of six, and survivor of narcissistic abuse. Listen as Julie opens up about her journey from surviving to thriving and the hard-won lessons that helped her reclaim her life and her identity. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR 🎧 What are the internal signs to look for whe...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY In this powerful episode, I sit down with Jennifer Oneil, a psychotherapist with 30 years of experience and author of the new book, Surviving the Narcissist . Jennifer shares her deep insights into the consistent dynamics of narcissistic abuse and why it often leaves victims feeling "crazy" and dysregulated. The conversation explores the necessity of radical acce...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY In Part two of the interview with Antoinette Lee, she share her story of creating the purposeful and fulfilling life that she desired. We also discuss the practical steps of creating the new life you desire after narcissistic abuse. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR The Key questions you should ask yourself when rebuilding your new life How to dream big and not worry about how everything...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY Today's episode features a miraculous survivor story combined with expert insights on rebuilding after narcissistic abuse, infused with hope. Our guest, Antoinette Lee, shares her journey from a traumatic brain injury to a flourishing life, offering wisdom on early awareness of narcissistic abuse. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR  Early awareness of abuse - what to look out for The...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY Shar speaks with health and fitness expert Michelle Spadafora about why so many fitness and health plans fail —not because women don’t know what to do, but because years of manipulation and criticism have shaped the beliefs and stories they quietly tell themselves Michelle shares spiritual and practical truths to help listeners in their health and wellness journey as they...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY Mia Hanks shares her transformative journey from surviving a 29-year marriage to a narcissist to thriving in her new life. Through her story, she highlights the complexities of living with a narcissist, the awakening to the truth, the challenges of leaving, and the healing process that follows. Mia emphasizes the importance of self-care, building a support system, and reco...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY In this episode of Life After Narcissism, we unpack how narcissistic abuse impacts your nervous system and why you may not be feeling like yourself after the abuse. You’ll discover how patterns like gaslighting, love-bombing, and constant criticism can leave you hypervigilant or shut down, and why neuroplasticity—means you are not stuck this way forever. By the end, you’ll...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Life After Narcissism, we unpack a hard but freeing truth: no one is coming to rescue you from narcissistic abuse.  Whether you’re still in the relationship or you’ve left but feel stuck, you’ll learn how manipulation, gaslighting, and distorted reality keep others from truly seeing what you’re going through, and why your own clarity and self-validation are the...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY In this episode of Life After Narcissism, you’ll learn what narcissism really is—and what it isn’t , so you can stop doubting yourself and start seeing patterns clearly in your narcissistic abuse recovery journey . We’ll unpack common narcissistic traits in everyday language, clear up myths (like “everyone who lies is a narcissist”), and explain why someone doesn’t need a...

Send us Fan Mail Episode summary Healing after narcissistic abuse is not a straight line, and it can be hard to tell if you’re actually making progress or still stuck. In this foundational episode, you’ll learn a simple 3-step map—Recognize, Recover, Redefine—to understand where you are in your healing journey and what gentle next step to take. ​ What to listen for: Why narcissistic abuse is uniqu...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY In this episode of Life After Narcissism, we dive into the ways narcissists sabotage holidays and special occasions—and why this behavior is so common. You’ll learn how recognizing predictable patterns can help you feel prepared and confident, rather than caught off guard. We’ll share practical strategies and spiritual insights to help you set boundaries, protect your peac...

Send us Fan Mail SUMMARY In this episode of Life After Narcissism, we explore the vital role boundaries play in healing after narcissistic abuse. Discover why setting boundaries is essential for reclaiming your peace, confidence, and well-being, along with practical steps to start establishing healthy boundaries today. WHAT TO LISTEN FOR Why do women in narcissistic relationships often struggle to...

Send us Fan Mail Join the free private facebook group This episode marks a new chapter for Life After Narcissism, and I’m excited to share the show’s fresh direction with you. Moving forward, I’m shifting to a guest-focused format featuring inspiring interviews with women from all walks of life, alongside expert guests in fitness, wellness, finance, and biblical counseling. My goal is to bring you...

Send us Fan Mail connect with me hello@sharlenelee.com If you're a Christian woman healing from narcissistic abuse, this episode reveals how God's Word can be your most powerful tool for complete recovery and restoration. Host Shar shares three transformative biblical practices that helped her experience profound emotional freedom and will empower you to reclaim your confidence and God-g...