Be a Powerful Thriver With 9 Insights and Resources
As we heal ourselves, we heal the world.
We’ve come a long way, and each time we show up, it’s powerful. Survivors of abuse show strength of spirit every time they smile.
Since readers often ask for resources, here are a few favorites:
1. 10 Reasons Why Boundaries Don’t Work
I reference this article constantly. Setting healthy boundaries helps me protect my energy, focus on my dreams, and rebuild my self-worth.
“#5. You don’t sufficiently appreciate the importance of your needs and values,” — by Darlene Lancer, an MFT therapist.
2. 12 Powerful Ways to Love Yourself After Narcissistic Abuse
I typically write about my current recovery process and how I move through struggles. Lately, I’ve been face-to-face with my inner love void.
“I’ve settled for relationships that drain me because I’m afraid of being alone. But we can’t have interdependence until we embrace self-love,” — by Allison Crady.
3. Self-Compassion Guided Practices and Exercises
I adore Dr. Kristen Neff’s work. Every exercise I’ve tried has felt hugely beneficial in cultivating self-compassion.
“If you really want to motivate yourself, love is more powerful than fear,” — Neff, Co-Founder of the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion.
4. Stages of Recovery After Narcissistic Abuse
This website has been a fantastic resource to gain new insights about every step of the journey, from “victim” to “survivor” to “thriver.”
“These things you must learn so you can identify and avoid getting mixed up with another narcissist,” — Tracy A Malone, founder of narcissist abuse support.
5. 3 Biggest Myths About Healing From Narcissists, Debunked
Shahida Arabi’s work has been so influential for my recovery journey. She provides credible, relatable, and empowering insights.
“Myth 2: It takes two to tango; I am to blame for being a victim of a narcissist. I have to own my part to heal,” — Arabi, bestselling author.
6. The One Trait That Makes Women More Authoritative
I loved this article! Carlyn Beccia, author and illustrator, synthesizes why many women fear being assertive using historical examples and research.
“If parents highlighted fewer gender differences, there would be less gender inequality. Environmental conditioning causes many gender biases,” — Beccia.
Books I’m Reading*
7. “Becoming the Narcissist’s Nightmare” by Arabi: This book inspired some of my most well-received articles on thriving after abuse.
8. “Codependent No More” by Melody Beattie: She provides tons of synthesized information about what codependency is and how to heal.
9. “Dark Nights of the Soul” by Thomas Moore: This book has been an unexpected delight, full of accessible mythology and philosophy.
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