THE VIBRANT SURVIVOR -How to Identify a Narcissist, Narcissistic Abuse, Toxic Relationships, Trauma Healing, Health, Wellness
***TOP 1.5% PODCAST*** Heal and thrive after narcissistic abuse. Do you want to disconnect from narcissistic or toxic relationships? Are you feeling stressed and lonely in dysfunctional family and work environments, or social groups? Are you ready to heal and thrive after narcissistic abuse? In this podcast, you’ll find holistically healing solutions to set you free from narcissistically abusive relationships, trauma-related health issues, and the enabling of toxic behavior. My mission is to help you heal and thrive after narcissistic abuse through holistic health, trauma support, and boundaries. If you’re ready to disconnect from dysfunction, prioritize your healing, and reclaim your power after narcissistic abuse, then you’re in the right place! Hi, I’m Lesley. A wife, mom, and narcissistic abuse survivor. For years, I rationalized toxic relationships and dysfunctional environments, in an effort to find connection, purpose, success, and peace. I fell for lies, fake opportunities, and empty promises, wasting my time, talents, and money. It took a toll on my mental health (Hello, CPTSD!); and it almost cost me my life…literally. I finally realized that if I was going to break the cycle and heal my childhood trauma from the inside out, I needed a holistic approach. I reclaimed and redirected my resources towards solutions that helped me to put the narcissistic and toxic people in my life in my rear-view mirror. After applying some stealthy strategies for drama-free exits, protecting my peace, and pursuing my goals, I was determined to help others to identify, navigate, and heal from this insidious form of abuse. I went to school and became a Master Certified Health Coach and Certified Trauma Support Specialist. And I’m here to teach you how to heal and thrive after narcissistic abuse. If you’re ready to experience healing and empowerment after narcissistic abuse that focuses on YOU; holistic health and wellness solutions with real results like more clarity, discernment, confidence, a more positive mindset, healthy boundaries, and better relationships – this podcast is for you! Take a deep breath in…Let it out slowly…And just relax, this time is for you. Contact: support@lesleycain.com Instagram: @thevibrantsurvivor ***DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only. Any reliance you place on this information is strictly at your own risk. Lesley Cain is not a doctor, therapist or counselor. If you need healthcare, medical attention, therapy, or counseling, please seek professional help from a licensed practitioner.
Episodes
Hey, Survivor!
What can travel teach us about healing?
France and Morocco, taught me some lessons about trauma recovery, self-regulation, boundaries, rest, resilience, and joy.
In this episode, I’m sharing how healing creates capacity—not only to survive, but to dream, explore, connect, and thrive.
If you need some inspiration for post-traumatic growth after narcissistic abuse, toxic relationships, and other adversity, ...
Hey, Survivor!
Have you been told to “get over it and move on,” after narcissistic abuse?
Healing is not about forgetting. In this episode, I explore grief, triggers, expectations, and why recovery from trauma isn’t linear.
If you are feeling pressure to get over your narcissistic or toxic relationship and move on, this episode is for you.
Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.
💚L...
Hey, Survivor!
Are you trapped in chronic crisis management?
In this episode, I’m exploring hyper-responsibility, rescuing patterns, caregiving stress, and how to reclaim your life without abandoning your compassion.
If you are stuck in crisis mode and looking to emerge from emergencies, this episode is for you.
Know who you're dealing with. Know who you are.
💚Lesley
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Hey, Survivor!
Why do exciting new opportunities sometimes create anxiety?
In this episode, I’m exploring the connection between trauma, uncertainty, nervous system activation, and major life transitions. Reframing old narratives and tapping into the healing power of community are keys to keep going and keep growing - especially during times of fear and uncertainty.
If you, or someone you know, are experiencing big life...
Hey, Survivor!
Are you in a season of caregiving? A card-carrying member of the sandwich generation? You’re not alone! In this episode, I’m sharing some lessons I’m learning while co-caring for my mom, who is living with dementia. I get into the emotional realities of caregiving, ambiguous loss and anticipatory grief, narcissistic and toxic family dynamics, and self-care.
If you, or someone you ...
Hey, Survivor!
How do you feel, when other people don’t get you? Trauma is often misunderstood by friends, family members, and even helping professionals. It can feel frustrating, invalidating, and discouraging.
In this episode, I talk about common misconceptions about trauma, why trauma responses aren't choices, and how survivors can navigate feeling misunderstood.
If you’re struggling to find people who underst...
Hey, Survivor!
Have you ever unexpectedly run into the narcissistic or toxic individual who hurt you?
Do you feel conflicted over whether or not to embrace them…literally?
What does that feel like in your body?
In this episode, I’m sharing some things to keep in mind, for your peace of mind. Whether it’s a narcissistic ex, toxic co-worker or boss, fake friend, or other relationship, your health and wellbei...
Hey, Survivor!
After years of surviving, healing, caregiving, and helping others, many narcissistic abuse survivors struggle with something unexpected: receiving.
In this episode, I’m exploring why joy, rest, opportunities, and even personal dreams can feel uncomfortable after trauma—and why it's okay to embrace them anyway.
If you struggle with receiving, or enjoying your life, after doing the most for others, this epi...
Hey, Survivor!
What is trauma really?
In this episode, I share a recent personal experience with a trauma response and explain an important distinction: trauma is not what has happened to you—it's your body's response to what happened.
We’ll explore how trauma responses can appear years after an event, why panic attacks are not a choice, and how understanding the nervous system can reduce shame and increase self-compass...
Hey, Survivor!
Why do toxic people hate boundaries?
In this episode, I explore why healthy limits often trigger unhealthy reactions, how boundaries reduce control and reveal expectations, and why learning to tolerate other people's disappointment is an important part of healing after narcissistic abuse.
If you struggle with toxic relationships and boundaries, this episode is for you.
Know who you're dealing with. Know who you...
Hey, Survivor!
Do narcissists believe their own lies?
In this episode, I’m exploring one of the most confusing aspects of narcissistic abuse: lying, self-deception, gaslighting, and the rewriting of reality. Learn why accountability can be so difficult, how cognitive dissonance influences behavior, and what survivors can do to protect their peace and trust themselves again.
If you've been stuck trying to uncover the lies in y...
Hey, Survivor!
Why does rebuilding your life after narcissistic abuse feel so hard?
In this episode, I explore some challenges survivors face after the crisis ends. Learn how trauma and chronic stress impact the nervous system, why survival mode can make moving forward difficult, and how healing creates the capacity to dream, grow, and rebuild.
If you're struggling to move forward after your narcissistic or toxic relationship, this...
Hey, Survivor!
Can food help you heal from trauma?
In my conversation with Dr. Scott Stoll, board-certified physician, educator, former Olympian, and co-founder of The Plantrician Project, we explore the connection between nutrition, chronic stress, lifestyle medicine, and trauma recovery.
We discuss how prolonged stress impacts the brain and body, why inflammation matters, how food influences healing, and practical ways to support...
Hey, Survivor!
What does healing actually look like after narcissistic abuse?
Many survivors believe healing means they'll never feel triggered, grieve, or think about the past again. In this episode, I’m offering a different perspective—one rooted in trauma recovery, chronic stress healing, nervous system regulation, personal growth and empowerment.
Healing isn't about perfection, grief can still show up after closure,...
Hey, Survivor!
In this episode, I’m talking about something rarely discussed in trauma recovery: supporting the survivor-parent after narcissistic abuse. We explore caregiving, forgiveness, accountability, aging, trauma, healing family dynamics, and what it looks like to help someone reclaim life after years spent in survival mode. If you’ve ever loved a parent who survived dysfunction while carrying wounds of their own...Hey, Survivor!
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Regina Ragasa, a triple board-certified physician in Family Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, and Obesity Medicine. We’re talking about the gap between health knowledge and real-life behavior change.
We explore why trauma survivors often struggle to implement what they already know about health, and how shame, stress, and survival responses can interfere with sustainab...
Hey, Survivor!
In this episode, we’re talking about the emotional aftermath of narcissistic abuse and why so many survivors feel embarrassed, fooled, or deeply ashamed after manipulation.
We explore trauma bonding, psychological manipulation, self-trust, and how survivors can heal from the painful realization that they were emotionally deceived.
If you’re self-blaming and shaming after the narcissist has been exposed, t...
Hey, Survivor!
Graduation season can be emotionally complicated when narcissistic family dynamics are involved.
In this episode, we explore why milestone events often trigger narcissistic behavior, common manipulation tactics during family celebrations, and practical ways to protect your peace while staying present for meaningful moments.
If you’re navigating narcissistic dynamics while celebrating someone special in your lif...
Hey, Survivor!
One of the hardest parts of narcissistic abuse is realizing the relationship may end—but the aftermath often doesn’t.
In this episode, I’m talking about the lingering emotional, financial, and nervous system impact survivors can experience long after the narcissist is gone.
If you’ve ever felt like you were left holding the bag after a toxic relationship, this episode is for you.
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Hey, Survivor!
After years of hypervigilance, stress, trauma, and emotional survival, what happens when the crisis finally ends?
In this episode, I’m talking about the physical and emotional “crash” many trauma survivors experience after prolonged periods of stress—including nausea, shaking, exhaustion, emotional numbness, brain fog, and nervous system dysregulation.
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