Nine Tricks Emotional Abusers Use to Pull Us Back Into the Cycle (and six clever ways to respond!) [347]

In this episode, we're taking a look at the classic emotional abuse push-pull cycle that makes us feel like we’re starring in a soap opera we never auditioned for. This one's for the Christian woman who’s been there , twisting herself into a holy pretzel trying to keep the peace, hold the family together, and love like Jesus while getting emotionally sucker-punched by someone who claims to love her. What We Cover: The nine mind-warping tactics emotional abusers use to keep you locked in their circus of dysfunction. Why your loving heart (and need for connection) makes you the perfect target, and why that’s not a flaw. The six empowering, grown-up strategies to unhook yourself from their drama without turning into a fire-breathing dragon. Why explanations are overrated, and how less really is more (especially when you're dealing with a manipulative guilt ninja). How to set boundaries like a boss while still loving people, but from a safe distance . Read the full show notes and/or ask Natalie a question here Related Resources: Liked this episode? Here are some others you might want to check out: “ Your Marriage Abuse Cycle Exercise ” and “ How to Respond to Emotional Abuse Tactics .”