Finding Your Authentic Self After Narcissistic Abuse with Angie Marie
In this powerful episode of That’s Where I’m At, I’m joined by the inspiring Angie Marie — lifestyle and health coach, upcoming podcaster, and survivor of a 20-year narcissistic relationship.
Together, we dive into the hidden dynamics of both covert and overt narcissism, the devastating effects of gaslighting, and the complex emotions that come with walking away from an abusive relationship. Angie opens up about her deeply personal journey of self-reclamation — how years of people-pleasing and self-abandonment led her to lose herself, and how healing has been about so much more than just physical health.
It’s about emotional freedom, spiritual reconnection, and learning to love the real you.
Key Takeaways from the Episode:
Covert vs. Overt Narcissism: Understanding the difference between narcissists who hide their abuse behind a charming mask and those who are openly self-centered.
The Power of Gaslighting: How narcissists manipulate your reality to maintain control.
Betrayal by Friends: Angie's raw story of betrayal during her separation—and how it added another layer to her healing journey.
Why Victims Stay: The deep-rooted survival mechanisms that keep us in toxic relationships longer than we should.
Healing Through Communication: Finding your voice and speaking your truth after years of silence.
The Aftermath of Leaving: Feeling peace, relief, and the beginning of authentic healing once the cycle is broken.
Building a New Identity: Relearning who you are outside of the narcissist’s definition.
True Health: How real well-being means tending to both the body and the heart.
"But we don't get the opportunity to talk about our feelings with the narcissist because it doesn't do any good. It's not going to be valid. They're going to disregard it." — Angie Marie
"I finally learned how to love myself and not seek validation in other people... Now instead of everything being so perfect and so polished, I get to just be me." — Angie Marie
Angie’s story is proof that there is life, joy, and freedom after narcissistic abuse — and that healing is not about becoming perfect, but about becoming real.
Listen to the full episode to hear:
How Angie discovered emotional healing was the missing piece in her fitness journey
What helped her finally break free
How she’s now empowering others through her upcoming podcast Reauthenticated
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