“I was in a situation where I loved and trusted this person more than I trusted myself.” Anna Kendrick

"Was I raised so that I was always trying to win their love?" Judith Orloff

"HSPs tend to be over-givers and toxic people tend to be over-takers.” Julie Bjelland

"That dysfunction can give us the message that I am not okay." Donna Jackson Nakazawa

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This audio is an excerpt from the longer episode: How Narcissistic Parenting and Toxic Relationships Impact Us, and Recovery.

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RESOURCES

» Understanding Narcissism Summit by Sounds True: "Features 20 Sessions of Insight and Guidance from Leading Experts in Psychology & Spirituality." (Judith Orloff, MD is a speaker.)

» Enjoy the full length original "Episode 104: How to Avoid and Heal From Toxic Relationships, with Julie and Willow" on the Sensitive and Neurodivergent Podcast on the Sensitive Empowerment site of Julie Bjelland, LMFT - where you can find many more of her articles, books, courses, Sensitive Community and other resources.

» Free class by Julie Bjelland: "How to Set Healthy Boundaries and Why it’s Essential for Wellness as an HSP" - See list of her free webinars.

» audio podcast (on Substack): "Overcoming Adverse Childhood Experiences" with science journalist and speaker Donna Jackson Nakazawa.

» More posts and podcasts on toxic relationships.

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National Domestic Violence Hotline offers free, confidential support and many resources to help at thehotline.org.

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