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June 26, 2025 30 mins

Welcome to another empowering episode of AwakenHer with Corissa Stepp! In this transformative episode, Corissa explores how women can break the cycle of blame, release the weight of past trauma, and step confidently into healing after experiencing narcissistic abuse.

Episode Highlights:

  • Understanding Victimhood After Narcissistic Abuse: Corissa explains why her book, The Savvy Girl’s Guide to Thriving Beyond Narcissistic Abuse, is designed to be read in full to validate your personal journey and help you move beyond simply identifying as a victim.
  • Identifying Trauma & Navigating Recovery: Learn about the physical and emotional symptoms trauma leaves behind, and discover why taking personal accountability (without self-blame) is crucial in the healing process.
  • The Path to Empowerment: Corissa offers empowering insights on how to move from blaming the narcissist or your past circumstances, to taking ownership of your future and reclaiming your authentic self.
  • Breaking the Drama Triangle: Get practical tools to break out of the cycle of victim, persecutor, and rescuer, and step into the “creator” role of your own life story.
  • Healing Childhood Wounds: Corissa dives deep into the impact of narcissistic parents, childhood family dynamics, and the importance of grieving and rewriting your personal narrative.
  • Setting Boundaries & Maintaining Healthy Relationships: Find out how to set boundaries, communicate effectively, and relate to narcissists in a way that prioritizes your safety and self-worth.
  • Releasing Energetic Burdens: Let go of unresolved resentment and grief, and discover how understanding, empathy, and healthy detachment can set you free.

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Corissa is a Holistic Trauma-Informed Coach & Narcissistic Abuse Specialist™ who empowers women after they’ve endured narcissist trauma to rediscover who they are, reclaim their power, and find the clarity and courage to move forward and live a life they love. Corissa is also a recovering people-pleaser and codependent who has endured way too many narcissistic relationships to count! She coaches not only from her knowledge and training but also from the wisdom she has gained from her own healing journey.

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Ways to connect with Corissa:

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Website: www.corissastepp.com
Book: The Savvy Girl's Guide to Thriving Beyond Narcissistic Abuse
Instagram: @corissastepp
Facebook: Corissa Stepp
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