Have you ever struggled to remember details from your past—and wondered if something was wrong with you?
You’re not alone. And no—you’re not crazy.
In this heartfelt episode, Corissa gets personal about how trauma impacted her ability to recall memories and tell stories, and why this is especially common for survivors of narcissistic abuse. She unpacks the science behind trauma brain fog, how the brain protects itself by fragmenting memory, and how narcissists use this very symptom to gaslight and manipulate.
If you’ve ever felt ashamed, confused, or unsure of what’s real, this episode will help you understand why—and remind you that your experience is valid.
Inside, Corissa shares:
- How trauma interrupts memory and storytelling
- The deeper truth behind brain fog, confusion, and memory gaps
- Why narcissistic abuse makes survivors question their reality
- What it means to trust yourself again—even when the memories are blurry
🌀 This episode is for every woman who’s ever been told she’s “too sensitive” or made to feel like she was imagining things.
📣 TRIGGER WARNING: I discuss my experience working in downtown Manhattan on 9/11 and being home alone during a home invasion, so please feel free to fast forward from 6:06 to 11:30.
💌 Ready for support on your healing journey?
Join Corissa inside the Savvy & StrongHER Community—a sacred space for women healing after trauma and toxic relationships.
www.savvyandstrongher.com
📘 And don’t miss her upcoming book, The Savvy Girl’s Guide to Thriving Beyond Narcissistic Abuse, launching May 27th!
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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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Website: www.corissastepp.com
Book: The Savvy Girl's Guide to Thriving Beyond Narcissistic Abuse
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