295. I THOUGHT MY FATHER'S NARCISSISTIC ABUSE WAS NORMAL - PART TWO
HOW MY PARENTS RAISED ME
Dawn Chitty
4.8 • 1.7K Ratings
🗓️ 5 August 2024
⏱️ 30 minutes
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Summary
In Part 2 of Jen's story we hear about the healing, the growth and the power. We listen as Jen shares how she learned to set boundaries, prioritize her own needs, and create a new life after trauma. Tune in for a truly inspiring tale of healing and hope.
In this episode, we dive into Jen's harrowing journey of overcoming a lifetime of trauma. Growing up with a narcissistic step-father who was verbally, physically, and emotionally abusive, Jen faced unimaginable challenges from a young age. Desperately needing to escape this toxic environment, Jen joined the army at 17, only to find herself in many more unsafe situations in Iraq. Returning home deeply traumatized, Jen battled pain, health issues and addiction for nine long years. It wasn't until someone asked Jen about her childhood that she began to understand the abuse she had endured. This realization marked the beginning of Jen’s healing journey.
Key Takeaways
Recognizing Abuse: Understanding that what happened in childhood was abuse is a crucial step toward healing.
Its Not Your fault: Learning that you are not to blame for your childhood experiences.
Impacts of Trauma: Early trauma can have long-lasting effects on mental and physical health.
Effects of Medications: Medication and trauma turns into addiction
Healing Journey: The importance of validation and recognizing dysfunctional family dynamics in the healing process.
Setting Boundaries: Learning to put yourself first and set boundaries is essential for recovery.
Inspiration and Hope: Jen's story is a testament to the possibility of creating a new life after trauma.
Jen is a Narcissistic Abuse & Complex Trauma Specialist. You must take a look at Jen's course 'You're Not Crazy, You Were Raised By Narcissists' Masterclass HERE https://www.herhealingway.com/masterclass. You can also find Jen on Instagram HERE https://www.instagram.com/herhealingway
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Tags: Trauma, Healing, Abuse, Narcissistic Abuse, Addiction Recovery, Mental Health, Emotional Healing, Boundaries, Resilience, Personal Growth
Categories: Trauma Recovery, Abuse Survivor Stories, Self-Improvement, Inspirational Stories
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