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After a painful nine-month relapse with my narcissistic ex-husband, I've emerged with clearer boundaries and important lessons to share about recognizing manipulation tactics and prioritizing reality over potential in relationships.

• Having experienced the rollercoaster of trauma bonds, love bombing, and manipulation again, I now understand how easily narcissists exploit our vulnerabilities
• People can change, but look for tangible evidence through personal development work, not just words
• My middle son recently experienced a similar toxic relationship pattern but learned from my experience and walked away faster
• Narcissists will cross boundaries in calculated ways—like when my ex showed up unannounced to meet my children before I was ready
• The healing journey isn't linear, but each cycle teaches us more and strengthens our ability to recognize patterns earlier
• Witnessing someone's actions reveals much more than believing in their potential or listening to their promises
• Breaking generational cycles requires honesty about troubling patterns and protecting your peace

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As my son takes his first steps into the Army, I find myself on an unexpected emotional journey, grappling with anxiety and illness. My idealized vision of thriving in newfound freedom was quickly overshadowed by the guilt of missing work at a new job and the pressing need for self-compassion. Join me as I reflect on these pivotal life transitions, sharing intimate insights on the importance of allowing ourselves to rest without shame. You'll hear about my own emotional rollercoaster and how these experiences have shaped my path towards healing and personal growth.

In this episode, I navigate the complex landscape of love and healing, recounting a personal story of feeling trapped in a challenging relationship. Torn between the desire for growth and recognizing a lack of genuine affection, this narrative underscores the moral dilemmas many face in vulnerable moments. As I candidly recount these experiences, I invite you to embrace your own healing journey and join me weekly as we explore transformation and resilience. Plus, get a sneak peek at an upcoming episode discussing the lessons learned from reconnecting with a narcissistic ex and celebrating my own physical transformation through weight loss and surgery.

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How do you navigate the emotional upheaval of significant life changes while caring for your own health and well-being? This week on Awaken Wild One, I, Trish Stanford, share the heart-wrenching experience of my son leaving for the Army and the surprising ways my body reacted to such stress, from cold sores to overwhelming nausea. Amidst this turmoil, I found solace in self-compassion and allowed myself the grace to recover at my own pace. I also open up about my recent journey through a paniculectomy, reflecting on how this surgery has reshaped more than just my self-image, following my significant weight loss and the physical transformations of motherhood.

As I recount these pivotal moments, I delve into the tricky terrain of relationships during recovery, especially when my partner chose this vulnerable time to express intense feelings. While I acknowledge his growth, uncertainty looms over his understanding of love. This episode doesn't provide all the answers but instead invites you to ponder the authenticity of love and the complexity of healing from narcissistic abuse. Join me on this reflective journey, as we explore the intricacies of emotional resilience and the hope for a brighter future, promising more discussions and insights in future episodes.

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