You’ve done the work. You’ve read the books, listened to the podcasts, even named the patterns — gaslighting, trauma bonding, narcissism. You understand what happened. So why do you still feel stuck?

In this episode of AwakenHer, we explore the disconnect that so many trauma survivors experience between intellectual awareness and embodied healing. It's time to gently challenge the common belief that “understanding equals freedom” and explain why true transformation only begins when the body feels safe enough to release the trauma it's been holding.

This is a deeply validating and empowering episode for any woman who feels like she “should be over it by now” — but still finds herself looping, reacting, or struggling to move on. You’re not broken. Your nervous system just hasn’t caught up to the story your mind already knows.

What You’ll Learn:
💡 Why cognitive understanding isn’t enough to heal trauma
💡 How trauma is stored in the body — not just the mind
💡 What keeps your nervous system stuck in survival mode
💡 Somatic and spiritual practices to help your body feel safe
💡 How to begin reconnecting with the parts of you still holding on

Take This With You:
You don’t need more willpower or more information.
You need safety.
You need gentleness.
You need support.
And most of all, you need to remember that your healing doesn’t live in your head — it lives in your body.

Resources Mentioned:
🦋 The Savvy Girl’s Guide to Thriving Beyond Narcissistic Abuse – Corissa’s book with somatic tools and reflection prompts
🌿 Somatic Empowerment Sessions – 1:1 coaching and nervous system support
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Corissa is a Holistic Trauma-Informed Coach & Narcissistic Abuse Specialist™ who empowers women after they’ve endured narcissist trauma to rediscover who they are, reclaim their power, and find the clarity and courage to move forward and live a life they love. Corissa is also a recovering people-pleaser and codependent who has endured way too many narcissistic relationships to count! She coaches not only from her knowledge and training but also from the wisdom she has gained from her own healing journey.

Book a FREE 30-min Clarity Call HERE.

Ways to connect with Corissa:

Podcast Website
Website: www.corissastepp.com
Book: The Savvy Girl's Guide to Thriving Beyond Narcissistic Abuse
Instagram: @corissastepp
Facebook: Corissa Stepp
Free Quiz: Is My Partner a Narcissist?

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In today’s episode of AwakenHer, I’m unpacking the widely shared “Let Them” theory—popularized by Mel Robbins—and exploring how this seemingly empowering phrase can sometimes be misunderstood or misused, especially when we’re still healing from relational trauma.

We’ll look at what it really means to let someone be who they are from a trauma-informed lens—and how to discern whether your boundaries are coming from your grounded Self or a wounded protector part. You’ll learn the difference between sacred boundaries and reactive walls, and how to honor your needs without hardening your heart.

If you’ve ever caught yourself saying “let them” with a little sting… this episode is your invitation to slow down, get curious, and reclaim your power with softness, clarity, and compassion.

💡 Key Takeaways:

• Why the “Let Them” message often gets misinterpreted in trauma recovery spaces
• The difference between calm boundaries and reactive defenses
• How to recognize when a protector part is leading the conversation
• What compassionate accountability sounds like in real relationships
• How nervous system regulation supports clearer communication and deeper connection
• A gentle practice to check in with your internal parts and honor your truth

Boundaries rooted in reactivity are often mistaken for empowerment, but they’re just emotional armor. You can honor your needs and still hold space for someone else’s humanity. Compassion and accountability can coexist. Letting someone be who they are doesn’t require your permission—it requires your acceptance, and your discernment. When we pause and check in, we give our protector parts a break—and allow our grounded Self to lead.

If this episode resonated and you’re ready to explore how to respond—not react—from a grounded place, I’d love to support you. I have openings for 1:1 Somatic Empowerment Session beginning in September, where we integrate nervous system healing, parts work, and trauma-informed coaching to help you reclaim your power with grace.

Head to the link below to book a free 30-minute call to secure your spot!

Send us a Text Message to let us know what you thought of this episode!

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Corissa is a Holistic Trauma-Informed Coach & Narcissistic Abuse Specialist™ who empowers women after they’ve endured narcissist trauma to rediscover who they are, reclaim their power, and find the clarity and courage to move forward and live a life they love. Corissa is also a recovering people-pleaser and codependent who has endured way too many narcissistic relationships to count! She coaches not only from her knowledge and training but also from the wisdom she has gained from her own healing journey.

Book a FREE 30-min Clarity Call HERE.

Ways to connect with Corissa:

Podcast Website
Website: www.corissastepp.com
Book: The Savvy Girl's Guide to Thriving Beyond Narcissistic Abuse
Instagram: @corissastepp
Facebook: Corissa Stepp
Free Quiz: Is My Partner a Narcissist?

We'd love to hear what you think so message us on IG. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, review, or share it so we can reach more people!

In this deeply moving episode of AwakenHer, host Corissa Stepp welcomes Rabbi Cantor Judy Greenfeld for an honest and soul-stirring conversation about transforming pain into strength and finding true purpose through life’s harshest challenges. Judy—an author, spiritual leader, and founder of the Nachshon Minyan in Texas—brings powerful insights on healing, trauma recovery, and the eternal question: “Why do bad things happen to good people?”

Together, Corissa and Judy explore how to meaningfully rebuild after loss, embrace your inner resilience, and shift from simply pursuing happiness to living a life of authenticity and purpose. Real stories of trauma, motherhood, faith, and personal transformation are shared, offering listeners practical wisdom for facing overwhelm, loneliness, or uncertainty in today’s world.

What You’ll Learn In This Episode:

• Judy’s Story of Resilience: Hear how Judy’s experiences with murder, divorce, and cancer shaped her perspective on faith, trauma, and inner strength.
• Practical Tools for Overwhelm: Discover grounding techniques and small, actionable steps for moving through overwhelm
• Spiritual Insights for Modern Women: Judy bridges ancient Jewish wisdom with modern wellness, sharing how faith traditions and personal rituals can support healing and personal transformation.
• Somatic Healing & Nervous System Regulation: Learn why processing emotions physically—not just mentally—matters, and how breathwork, movement, and sound can be powerful allies.
• Redefining Purpose & Receiving: Understand the difference between your life’s roles and your deeper purpose, and why learning to receive and recognize life’s small wins is vital for fulfillment.
• Compassion for Yourself & Others: Gain compas

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💫 You’re invited to join us in the brand new Savvy & StrongHER Community—a powerful membership space for women healing after trauma or toxic relationships. Join for as low as $7/month in our entry tier. With three levels of support, there’s a path for you. Visit savvyandstrongher.com for more information and to join now!

💖 Strong enough to heal, savvy enough to thrive

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Corissa is a Holistic Trauma-Informed Coach & Narcissistic Abuse Specialist™ who empowers women after they’ve endured narcissist trauma to rediscover who they are, reclaim their power, and find the clarity and courage to move forward and live a life they love. Corissa is also a recovering people-pleaser and codependent who has endured way too many narcissistic relationships to count! She coaches not only from her knowledge and training but also from the wisdom she has gained from her own healing journey.

Book a FREE 30-min Clarity Call HERE.

Ways to connect with Corissa:

Podcast Website
Website: www.corissastepp.com
Book: The Savvy Girl's Guide to Thriving Beyond Narcissistic Abuse
Instagram: @corissastepp
Facebook: Corissa Stepp
Free Quiz: Is My Partner a Narcissist?

We'd love to hear what you think so message us on IG. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, review, or share it so we can reach more people!