Surviving Toxic Relationships Podcast
Deana and Lizzie are two women whose lives unexpectedly crossed through a shared past with the same emotionally abusive partner. From that pain came Surviving Toxic Relationships—a faith-based podcast about truth, healing, and empowerment after emotional and relational abuse.
Grounded in faith and guided by God’s grace, they share honest conversations about manipulation, betrayal, gaslighting, trauma bonding, and recovery. Their mission isn’t to label anyone—it’s to reveal the patterns of toxic relationships and show how healing and freedom are possible through faith.
Each episode invites listeners into a space of hope, restoration, and renewal—where women can rediscover their worth, rebuild their confidence, and walk boldly in freedom.
Their message is simple but powerful: Your past may shape you, but it doesn’t define you. Healing is possible.
New to the podcast? Start with our trailer to learn more about who we are and the heart behind Surviving Toxic Relationships.
Surviving Toxic Relationships Podcast
Episode #69: Am I The Toxic One in the Relationship??
Am I the Toxic One? | Surviving Toxic Relationships with Lizzie & Deana
Are you the toxic one... and don’t even know it?
In this eye-opening episode of Surviving Toxic Relationships, Lizzie and Deana turn the mirror inward to explore a question many avoid: Could we be contributing to the toxicity in our relationships?
Together, they unpack the subtle but critical differences between toxic behaviors and trauma responses, and how unresolved trauma might be driving harmful patterns. This isn’t about blame—it’s about self-awareness, accountability, and growth.
Through candid conversation and practical tools like journaling and self-assessment strategies, Lizzie and Deana guide you on how to:
- Recognize toxic traits in yourself and others
- Understand the root causes (like fear of abandonment)
- Take actionable steps toward healing
- Build support systems that uplift your journey
- Stop repeating toxic cycles—and start rewriting your story
Whether you’ve asked yourself “Am I the toxic one?” or just want to create healthier relationships, this episode is your roadmap to transformation.
🔍 Key Takeaways:
- Toxic behavior often stems from unhealed trauma
- Self-reflection is essential for personal growth
- Accountability is the first step toward lasting change
- Support systems and journaling can accelerate healing
- You can change—and the desire to do so is your greatest strength
Hit play to reflect, reset, and rise above the toxicity—starting with you.
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