Surviving Toxic Relationships Podcast
Two Women, One Narcissist, and the Journey to Freedom
In this raw and gripping podcast, Lizzie and Deana—two women who share the painful bond of having been married to the same narcissistic abuser—pull back the curtain on the devastating cycle of manipulation, betrayal, and gaslighting that they endured. Together, they unravel the dark truths of sexual addiction, financial abuse, trauma bonding, and double lives, while sharing how they found the courage to escape and reclaim their power.
Through candid storytelling, heartfelt conversations, and practical insights, Lizzie and Deana shed light on the devastating ripple effects of narcissistic abuse, not just in their lives but in the lives of others who followed. More importantly, they offer hope, empowerment, and tools for healing to those who may feel trapped.
This podcast is not just about survival—it's about rising above the pain to build your best self and your best life. A must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration, solidarity, and the strength to survive or break free.
Surviving Toxic Relationships Podcast
Episode #75: Feeling Broken After Loss? Listen to This!
After a 25-year marriage ended suddenly, emotional-wellbeing expert and artist Elizabeth Jane turned heartbreak into a mission: to help others climb out of the quicksand of grief, reclaim self-worth, and rebuild a full life. In this episode Elizabeth shares practical, bite-sized tools that helped her move from shock → survival → reinvention — plus mindset shifts every woman leaving a long relationship needs to hear.
In this episode we cover:
• Quick presence tools to stop the “should’ve / could’ve / would’ve” spiral.
• The ABCs of healing: Acknowledge → Boundaries → Conversation.
• How finding small daily practices (10 things that lift you) pulls you out of grief.
• Reframing blame: “People did stuff to us — the perpetrator is responsible.”
• Forgiveness vs. trust — why forgiveness can free you even when trust must be rebuilt.
• Why rediscovering yourself is the real “gift” divorce can give.
Grab Elizabeth’s book and art: https://a.co/d/4tG7WCy
Follow Elizabeth: https://elizabethjane.com.au/
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