In this soul-stirring episode of That’s Not Okay, Alyssa opens up about her own journey of surviving toxic love—and how she’s rising from the rubble. This episode dives into the messy process of leaving an emotionally abusive partner (especially when marriage and legal ties are involved), the ways the abuse often continues after the relationship ends, and why abusers won’t let go.

But more than that, this episode is a call to reclaim yourself.

You’ll hear real talk about:

• ​ What abuse looks like—especially the subtle kind
• ​ Why your healing doesn’t need their apology
• ​ How to spot post-breakup control and manipulation
• ​ Why it’s not your job to “fix” someone who hurt you
• ​ What post-traumatic growth actually looks like—and how to get there

This isn’t about bitterness. It’s about bravery, boundaries, and becoming who you were always meant to be.

If you’ve ever doubted your worth or wondered if you were the problem—this episode is for you.

✨ You are not broken. You are breaking through.

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🎙️ Episode Title: “It Wasn’t Me — How Narcissists Shift Blame and Break Your Self-Trust”

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In this episode of That’s Not Okay, we dive deep into blame-shifting in toxic relationships—why narcissists do it, whether the blame is ever truly deserved, and how it slowly erodes your ability to trust yourself. Learn the psychological tactics narcissists use to avoid accountability, distort your reality, and keep control. We’ll answer key questions like: Do toxic people actually believe their own lies? and How do I rebuild my self-trust after emotional abuse?

Whether you’re healing from a narcissistic relationship, struggling with gaslighting, or trying to make sense of past manipulation, this episode is your guide to clarity and empowerment.

Keywords: narcissist blame-shifting, gaslighting, toxic relationships, emotional abuse, narcissistic manipulation, trust your gut, healing after narcissist, self-trust recovery, do narcissists believe their lies, narcissist podcast

In this powerful episode of That’s Not Okay, we expose the truth about mind games and emotional manipulation—what it is, why people do it, and how it slowly damages your confidence, clarity, and connection to self. Whether you’ve been guilt-tripped, gaslit, or emotionally controlled, this episode will help you spot the red flags, understand the psychology behind manipulative behavior, and reclaim your voice. We’ll also cover how to change if you’re the one using manipulation as a defense.

Perfect for anyone healing from a toxic relationship, navigating narcissistic dynamics, or learning to communicate with honesty and strength.