Second Act Sessions
Second Act Sessions is a resource for women who have stepped boldly into their second act and are now asking themselves, “What’s next?” It’s for the woman who is strong yet sensitive, vulnerable yet hopeful. The woman who is reclaiming her life, renewing her faith, and rebuilding her relationship with herself in pursuit of peace, love, and purpose.
Your host, Stephanie Carmody, is a Gen X woman living her out her own second act in real time. After her divorce, she thought her story was ending—only to discover it was just beginning. Through healing, self-love, and a renewed connection with God, Stephanie is creating a life she once only dreamed of—and she’s here to help you believe it’s possible for you, too.
Welcome to Second Act Sessions: the life you didn’t even know was available for you.
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Second Act Sessions
From Trauma to Truth: Reclaiming Your Voice After Narcissistic Abuse (Part 2)
In part 2 of my conversation with Laura Richards, we continue our conversation on narcissists—how to spot them, how to survive them, and what healing actually looks like after the damage is done. And no, it’s not just about romantic relationships. Narcissistic abuse can show up in friendships, family dynamics, and even professional environments. If you’ve ever walked away from a conversation feeling crazy, guilty, or drained… this one’s for you.
Laura Richards—international podcaster, #1 bestselling author, and speaker— shares her powerful story of surviving a 32-year marriage to a covert narcissist. Through her podcast That’s Where I’m At and her book Married to a “Nice” Guy: Getting Over Narcissistic Abuse, Laura is helping women all over the world reclaim their voice and rebuild their self-worth.
We talk red flags, trauma bonding, spiritual recovery, and the hard—but holy—work of starting over. This episode is honest, healing, and packed with wisdom for anyone ready to break free from toxic patterns and step into truth.
To learn more about Laura Richards, her work as a narcissistic abuse recovery coach, buy her book and listen to her podcast That’s Where I’m At, follow her on Instagram and all social platforms at @thatswhereimatpodcast, and find her show on Spotify, YouTube, and other podcast platforms.