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080. What to do when emotionally triggered again. Lorraine Nilon

Emotional Triggers and Ways of Improving Emotional Wellbeing!

Emotional Triggers hit us and then the reaction often causes an overwhelming sensation!

Join Lorraine Nilon as she give some tips and ways of understanding the way to self-care when emotionally triggered.

Here are the key points from the podcast on emotional triggers:

1. Definition of Trigger: Triggers are involuntary reactions that recall traumatic experiences or activate specific filters created from past experiences.

2. Variety of Triggers: Triggers can be traumatic experiences, fear-induced, or related to playing mind games with oneself.

3. Reactions to Emotional Triggers:

Reactions to triggers vary from shutdown to explosive behavior, and individuals may develop habitual reactions like eating or drinking to cope.

4. Unconscious Suppression: Unresolved emotions and experiences are suppressed and stored energetically within the soul, leading to triggers when they resurface.

5. Types of Reactions: Reactions to triggers include fight, flight, hide, freeze, and fawn, each representing different coping mechanisms.

6. Handling Emotional Triggers: Acknowledge the trigger, remind yourself that you are safe, identify your feelings, and approach reflection with self-compassion.

7. Self-Reflection and improving emotional wellbeing: Reflect on the trigger without judgment or shame, treating yourself with kindness and compassion, and seeking solutions rather than trying to fix the problem.

8. Acceptance, Forgiveness, Emotional Trauma and Self-Care: Acceptance of past experiences and forgiveness of oneself for reactions to trauma are crucial for healing and releasing shame.

9. Understanding Indifference to Improve Emotional Well-being: Consider how others’ indifference towards you affects your reactions and self-perception.

10. Empowerment, Self-Care and Dealing With Emotional Trauma: Empower yourself to confront triggers, explore unresolved emotions, and build self-awareness and resilience.

These points emphasize the importance of acknowledging, understanding, and compassionately addressing triggers to promote emotional healing and growth.

 

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Improving emotional well-being via understanding your emotional triggers!

 

 

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Journal With Authors!

 In another episode, “Flip The Book – Journal with Authors,” discover the privilege of journaling with authors. Explore prompts that unlock the depths of your desires, aspirations, and the consequences of your actions.
YouTube-FLIP THE BOOK– is a short video (Journal with authors – Lorraine Nilon- 5.00 mins). It is an excerpt of the Spiritual Explorer Podcast – Author interview.💫💫Flip the Book has journal prompts!! 
💫Use the Self-Reflective Questions as journal prompts, as a point for quiet self-contemplation or as a conversation starters with your friends.
💫FLIP THE BOOK is an intuitive and self-reflective discussion that is both revealing and is full of philosophical questions and answers. We learn a lot from other people’s experiences and perception.
💫FIND OUT WHAT you resonate with and explore why it touches your soul?
– Reflect on the profound revelations and transformative experiences shared in this captivating episode, as lorraine explores emotional trauma and self-care. Improving emotional well-being starts by understand our emotional triggers and journaling is a place of safety enabling you to explore yourself.

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Thank you for checking out Lorraine Nilon’s  Spiritual Explorers podcast. Books are a great way of discovering how others have reconnected, recovered and rejuvenated their excitement for life.  

BOOK📔(AMAZON) https://geni.us/kwUDcn

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RECONNECT, RECOVER & REJUVENATE!

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Lorraine Information

You’ll be surprised at what a session with me reveals. I take on a limited number of clients and improvement in self-awareness is inevitable after a session. I pride myself on my ability to help you understand yourself better.

Never miss out on the announcements of the next episodes:

Check out MORE Gems of Wisdom from Episode 070 – Use them as journal prompts, contemplation points or conversation starters.

We would love to hear your Aha moments – A special WORDS OF WISDOM form for reviews

079. Healing After Malignant Narcissist Faith Echo

Malignant Narcissist Take Their Victims To Rock Bottom!

Rising From Narcissistic Rock Bottom!

Divorcing a narcissist is a soul destroying experience and a malignant narcissist leaves pain that is difficult to escape.

Malignant Narcissist hold their victims under intolerable control, hear how author Faith C. Echo survived.

Exploring the Reality of Surviving Malignant Narcissistic Abuse | Lorraine Nilon’s Spiritual Explorer Podcast. TRIGGER WARNING – suicide discussed.

Faith’s Book: Rising From The Ashes – A testament of strength and survival after narcissistic abuse. (amazon) https://geni.us/raisingfromashes

Purpose of the Book: “Rising from the Ashes” is a memoir detailing Faith’s journey of escaping narcissistic abuse, providing insight into the dynamics of such relationships and offering hope and resources for healing.

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Join Lorraine host and licensed social worker and recovery coach Faith C. Echo as she shares her journey of rising from the ashes of narcissistic abuse. Faith bravely recounts her harrowing experience, shedding light on the insidious tactics of a malignant narcissist and the profound impact it had on her life. From the initial signs of manipulation to the moment of escape, Faith’s candid storytelling offers hope and healing to those navigating similar challenges. Dive deep into the discussion as they explore the red flags of toxic relationships, the coercive control tactics used by abusers, and the crucial role of self-compassion in the journey to recovery.

“Malignant narcissist coercive control leaves emotional scars that require the survivor to relearn who they are!” Lorraine Nilon

If you or someone you know is facing narcissistic abuse, this episode provides invaluable insights and resources to reclaim your strength, rebuild your life, and rediscover your worth.

Healing After Narcissism  

Faith describes being in a relationship with a malignant narcissist for four years, experiencing emotional and psychological abuse, which eroded her self-esteem and self-worth.

Understanding and healing after Narcissism: Faith explains the spectrum of narcissists, with malignant narcissists being the most dangerous and abusive. She emphasizes that narcissists lack empathy, remorse, and self-awareness, often engaging in premeditated cruelty.

Red Flags of Toxic Relationships: Signs of a toxic relationship include feeling something is off, compromising values, being isolated from loved ones, feeling sad most of the time, and being constantly criticized or belittled.

Recognizing Abuse: Faith discusses the difficulty victims face in recognizing abuse, often blaming themselves for the abuser’s behavior. She highlights the importance of realizing the deliberate nature of the abuse and seeking support.

Impact of Abuse: Victims may experience anxiety, walking on eggshells, and a loss of identity due to control and manipulation by the abuser.

Breaking Free From a Malignant Narcissist: Faith shares her lowest point, contemplating suicide, but ultimately finding strength to leave for the sake of her children. She emphasizes the importance of seeking help, surrounding oneself with supportive people, and having faith in the journey to healing after narcissism.

Healing and Recovery After Narcissism: Faith encourages victims to recognize their worth, seek professional help, and engage in self-care activities. She emphasizes the power of kindness and compassion in healing from narcissistic abuse.

Honesty and Vulnerability: The book is described as raw and honest, laying out Faith’s experiences without holding back, with the aim of helping others understand and overcome narcissistic abuse.

These key points highlight the discussion on malignant narcissist and their type of abuse, its impact on victims, and the journey to recovery and empowerment.

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Malignant narcissist survivor Faith C echo Guest with photo Lorraine Nilon Host of Spiritual Explorer Podcast

Healing after narcissism is possible!

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FREE JOURNALING and SELF-REFLECTION emailed course!

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Free Journaling Course!

Journal With Authors!

 In another episode, “Flip The Book – Journal with Authors,” discover the privilege of journaling with authors. Explore prompts that unlock the depths of your desires, aspirations, and the consequences of your actions.
YouTube-FLIP THE BOOK– is a short video (Journal with authors – Lorraine Nilon- 4.55 mins). It is an excerpt of the Spiritual Explorer Podcast – Author interview.💫💫Flip the Book has journal prompts!! 
💫Use the Self-Reflective Questions as journal prompts, as a point for quiet self-contemplation or as a conversation starters with your friends.
💫FLIP THE BOOK is an intuitive and self-reflective discussion that is both revealing and is full of philosophical questions and answers. We learn a lot from other people’s experiences and perception.
💫FIND OUT WHAT you resonate with and explore why it touches your soul?
– Reflect on the profound revelations and transformative experiences shared in this captivating episode, as Faith C Echo has us word of encouragement for those dealing with and heal after narcissism. 

Journaling to ease the pain. Healing after narcissism

Thank you for checking out Lorraine Nilon’s  Spiritual Explorers podcast. Books are a great way of discovering how others have reconnected, recovered and rejuvenated their excitement for life.  

BOOK📔(AMAZON) https://geni.us/kwUDcn

Self-help spiritual book with Lady reaching for the heavens and a bridge and sunset in background: Self-help author Lorraine Nilon

RECONNECT, RECOVER & REJUVENATE!

Enjoying the content and want to show appreciation: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LorraineNilon

Lorraine Information

You’ll be surprised at what a session with me reveals. I take on a limited number of clients and improvement in self-awareness is inevitable after a session. I pride myself on my ability to help you understand yourself better.

Never miss out on the announcements of the next episodes:

Check out MORE Gems of Wisdom from Episode 070 – Use them as journal prompts, contemplation points or conversation starters.

We would love to hear your Aha moments – A special WORDS OF WISDOM form for reviews

081. Is a Divine Feminine World Awakening? Whitney Walker

ARE WE LIVING in the time of Divine Feminine Awakening?

The Feminine Power Has Been Oppressed but is their real change coming or HERE?

Are you feeling disconnected from divine feminine energy?   In this episode, host Lorraine Nilon welcomes special guest Whitney Walker, founder of Women Waken and fellow podcaster, for a profound discussion on the journey to reclaiming our authenticity of divine feminine energy and how finding balance in a world that is operating chaotically.

7 Key Insights About Divine Feminine Energy

Here are seven key insights distilled from their conversation:

1. The Concept of the Divine Feminine Energy: Whitney introduces the concept of the divine feminine, highlighting its relevance in today’s world and its role in restoring balance to humanity.

2. Actions Speak Louder Than Words: While we often talk about values like love, peace, and kindness, Whitney emphasizes the importance of aligning our actions with these values in our day-to-day lives. The feminine power is in the day-to-day.

3. Return of the Divine Feminine:

The conversation delves into the significance of embracing feminine qualities and energies to counteract the imbalance caused by their absence in our collective consciousness.

4. Honoring Life Itself: Whitney stresses the importance of honoring life and recognizing the interconnectedness of all beings, urging us to prioritize love and connection over productivity and gain.

5. Self-Reflection and Inner Work: Both Lorraine and Whitney discuss the trend of using buzzwords like “self-love” without truly engaging in the deeper inner work required to cultivate genuine self-acceptance and compassion.

6. Empowering the Individual: Whitney encourages individuals to listen to their own inner wisdom and intuition, recognizing that each person holds the power to make meaningful choices aligned with their true selves.

7. Choosing Alignment Over External Validation: The conversation concludes with a reflection on the journey of self-discovery and the importance of choosing alignment with our values and inner truth over seeking external validation or conforming to societal norms.

As you reflect on these insights, consider how you can integrate them into your own journey of reconnecting with your divine feminine energy and embracing your authenticity. Remember, the path to self-discovery and alignment is unique for each individual, but by honoring our inner wisdom and choosing love over fear, we can navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity and purpose.

Tune in to the Lorraine Nilon’s Spiritual Explorer podcast for more inspiring conversations and insights on reclaiming your authenticity and embracing the power of the divine feminine. Together, let’s awaken to the truth of who we are and create a world filled with love, compassion, and genuine connection.

 

 

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Is Divine Feminine Energy Awakening?

 

 

FREE JOURNALING and SELF-REFLECTION emailed course!

Journaling lady Tree in field with bird flying away - A lady journaling in a contemplative way- Lorraine Nilon little book of quotes

Free Journaling Course!

Journal With Authors!

 In another episode, “Flip The Book – Journal with Authors,” discover the privilege of journaling with authors. Explore prompts that unlock the depths of your desires, aspirations, and the consequences of your actions.
YouTube-FLIP THE BOOK– is a short video (Journal with authors – Lorraine Nilon- 7.29 mins). It is an excerpt of the Spiritual Explorer Podcast – Author interview.💫💫Flip the Book has journal prompts!! 
💫Use the Self-Reflective Questions as journal prompts, as a point for quiet self-contemplation or as a conversation starters with your friends.
💫FLIP THE BOOK is an intuitive and self-reflective discussion that is both revealing and is full of philosophical questions and answers. We learn a lot from other people’s experiences and perception.
💫FIND OUT WHAT you resonate with and explore why it touches your soul?
– Reflect on the profound revelations and transformative experiences shared in this captivating episode, as Whitney Walker explores awakening our divine feminine energy.

Compassion journaling with divine feminine energy - phot of Lorraine Nilon and Whitney Walker

Thank you for checking out Lorraine Nilon’s  Spiritual Explorers podcast. Books are a great way of discovering how others have reconnected, recovered and rejuvenated their excitement for life.  

BOOK📔(AMAZON) https://geni.us/kwUDcn

Self-help spiritual book with Lady reaching for the heavens and a bridge and sunset in background: Self-help author Lorraine Nilon

RECONNECT, RECOVER & REJUVENATE!

Enjoying the content and want to show appreciation: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LorraineNilon

Lorraine Information

You’ll be surprised at what a session with me reveals. I take on a limited number of clients and improvement in self-awareness is inevitable after a session. I pride myself on my ability to help you understand yourself better.

Never miss out on the announcements of the next episodes:

Check out MORE Gems of Wisdom from Episode 070 – Use them as journal prompts, contemplation points or conversation starters.

We would love to hear your Aha moments – A special WORDS OF WISDOM form for reviews

078. Healing From Narcissistic Abuse-9 Traits-Lorraine Nilon

Healing From Narcissistic Abuse and 9 Traits You Must Understand To Heal!

When we walk the path of Healing and Thriving from Narcissistic Abuse it becomes a journey of self-discovery and empowerment!

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In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, it’s not uncommon to encounter individuals who exhibit narcissistic traits. These individuals often leave a trail of emotional destruction in their wake, leaving their victims feeling drained, confused, and emotionally battered. However, healing from narcissistic abuse is possible, and it begins with understanding the dynamics of narcissism, recognizing its impact on our lives, and taking proactive steps towards reclaiming our sense of self-worth and autonomy.

TOPIC DISCUSSED:
Healing After Narcissism

It is a difficult path to want to address the reality of our emotions, especially after enduring the confusing emotional reactions we have to narcissistic abuse. Healing from narcissistic abuse requires us to recognize that it is abuse we didn’t deserve. 

Narcissistic abuse is pervasive and insidious form of psychological manipulation that can have devastating effects on its victims. Whether it’s in romantic relationships, familial dynamics, or professional settings, narcissists use a combination of charm, manipulation, and intimidation to control and manipulate those around them. Understanding the signs of narcissistic abuse is the first step towards breaking free from its grip and reclaiming our lives.

The Impact of Childhood Abuse!

Many victims of narcissistic abuse trace their experiences back to childhood, where they were subjected to neglect, emotional manipulation, or outright abuse. These early experiences shape our beliefs about ourselves and others, often leading us to seek out relationships that mimic the dynamics of our childhood experiences. By recognizing the impact of childhood abuse on our adult relationships, we can begin to break the cycle of abuse and heal from past wounds.

Understanding Narcissism: A Spectrum of Behaviors

Narcissism exists on a spectrum, with some individuals exhibiting more overt narcissistic traits, while others display more subtle forms of narcissistic behavior. At its core, narcissism is in my opinion indifference! They have traits that are characterized by an excessive sense of entitlement, a lack of empathy, and a constant need for admiration and validation. By understanding the underlying motivations and behaviors of narcissists, we can better protect ourselves from their manipulation and exploitation.

The Destructive Behavior of Narcissists

Narcissists are masters of manipulation, using a combination of gaslighting, projection, and emotional blackmail to control and dominate their victims. They may belittle and demean their partners, undermine their accomplishments, and sabotage their efforts to assert independence. The psychological toll of narcissistic abuse can be profound, leading to anxiety, depression, and a loss of self-esteem.

Recovery, Healing and Self-Awareness

Healing after narcissism is a recovery journey that requires courage, self-reflection, and a commitment to self-care. It involves acknowledging the reality of our experiences, reclaiming our sense of self-worth, and setting boundaries to protect ourselves from further harm. Self-awareness is key to this process, as it allows us to recognize our own vulnerabilities and triggers, and take proactive steps to protect ourselves from future harm.

 

Healing from narcissistic abuse is not easy, but it is possible. By arming ourselves with knowledge, surrounding ourselves with supportive individuals, and practicing self-care, we can reclaim our lives and emerge from the shadows of our past traumas. Remember, you are not alone, and there is hope for a brighter tomorrow. 

Get informed and you can break free from the cycle of abuse and reclaim our power.

 

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FREE JOURNALING and SELF-REFLECTION emailed course!

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Free Journaling Course!

Journal With Authors!

 In another episode, “Flip The Book – Journal with Authors,” discover the privilege of journaling with authors. Explore prompts that unlock the depths of your desires, aspirations, and the consequences of your actions.
YouTube-FLIP THE BOOK– is a short video (Journal with authors – Lorraine Nilon- 3.18 mins). It is an excerpt of the Spiritual Explorer Podcast – Author interview.💫💫Flip the Book has journal prompts!! 
💫Use the Self-Reflective Questions as journal prompts, as a point for quiet self-contemplation or as a conversation starters with your friends.
💫FLIP THE BOOK is an intuitive and self-reflective discussion that is both revealing and is full of philosophical questions and answers. We learn a lot from other people’s experiences and perception.
💫FIND OUT WHAT you resonate with and explore why it touches your soul?
– Reflect on the profound revelations and transformative experiences shared in this captivating episode, as Sandra Ingerman has us embracing ancient wisdom and leaves listeners with inspiring words of wisdom and encouragement.

Healing after narcissism with journaling for self-reflection. photo of Lorraine Nilon SELF-AWARENESS journal

Thank you for checking out Lorraine Nilon’s  Spiritual Explorers podcast. Books are a great way of discovering how others have reconnected, recovered and rejuvenated their excitement for life.  

BOOK📔(AMAZON) https://geni.us/kwUDcn

Self-help spiritual book with Lady reaching for the heavens and a bridge and sunset in background: Self-help author Lorraine Nilon

RECONNECT, RECOVER & REJUVENATE!

Enjoying the content and want to show appreciation: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/LorraineNilon

Lorraine Information

You’ll be surprised at what a session with me reveals. I take on a limited number of clients and improvement in self-awareness is inevitable after a session. I pride myself on my ability to help you understand yourself better.

Never miss out on the announcements of the next episodes:

Check out MORE Gems of Wisdom from Episode 070 – Use them as journal prompts, contemplation points or conversation starters.

We would love to hear your Aha moments – A special WORDS OF WISDOM form for reviews