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In this insightful episode of The Be A Better You Podcast, emotional healing coach Allison K. Dagney dives deep into the hidden ways that self-defense mechanisms, developed after emotional abuse and trauma, can keep you stuck.

Discover how common patterns like over-explaining, rigid control, hyper-vigilance, and seeing criticism everywhere might be sabotaging your personal growth, relationships, and your journey to emotional freedom. Allison gently unpacks how these survival strategies—so often seen in people recovering from covert narcissism and toxic relationships—can quietly become cages that limit your healing journey.

If you’re navigating trauma recovery, healing from emotional abuse, or seeking to break free from the lingering effects of toxic relationships, this episode offers practical insights and hope for moving beyond survival mode into true emotional healing.

Tune in to start becoming a better you, one gentle shift at a time.

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Are you constantly second-guessing yourself… staying silent to “keep the peace”… or pretending you don’t care so you won’t feel disappointed?

These are hidden signs of self-rejection and self-abandonment—patterns often wired into us by emotional abuse and trauma.

In this episode, I’m breaking down how living in constant fear isn’t just anxiety it’s a nervous system response keeping you stuck in survival mode. I’ll share sneaky ways you might be self-sabotaging without even realizing it, why people-pleasing is actually self-abandonment and how wishing others would accept you is a big part of you abandoning yourself.

I’m also sharing some questions you can ask yourself to start reconnecting to your true self and how to move beyond coping into real healing.

If you’re tired of feeling like you’re “too much” or “never enough,” this episode is for you.

Listen now and learn how to stop abandoning yourself and finally feel safe being you.

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Are you tired of feeling like you’re always the one left behind in love, friendships, or even your own family? Do you wonder why certain relationships trigger deep fear, anxiety, or an aching sense of emptiness, no matter how much you know better?

In this powerful episode of Be A Better You Podcast, emotional abuse recovery coach Allison dives into the truth about abandonment wounds and rejection wounds that often start in childhood but keep sabotaging your adult life.

You’ll discover:

✨ 7-10 relatable examples of how childhood emotional wounds show up in your relationships, self-worth, and emotional triggers.

✨ Why understanding your attachment style (anxious, avoidant, disorganized, or secure) is helpful—but can also keep you stuck if you use it as an excuse instead of a starting point for healing.

✨ The difference between coping and true emotional freedom and why so many women stay trapped in patterns of abandonment and rejection despite years of therapy or self-help.

✨ How childhood trauma and rejection wounds shape your nervous system, beliefs about love, and how safe you feel being your authentic self.

✨ A gentle invitation to break free from old wounds to explore what’s keeping you stuck and how healing at the subconscious level can set you free.

Whether you’ve been told “you’re too much,” or you’re the woman who’s successful on the outside but secretly terrified of being alone, this episode is for you.

🔗 Ready to stop letting abandonment wounds run your life? DM Allison the word “HEAL” on Instagram or Facebook to schedule your free consultation (or click the link below) and take the first step toward deep emotional freedom.

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You might think that holding onto guilt and regret shows how much you’ve grown or how much you cared. But what if those emotions are actually keeping you stuck in the past?

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the lie that guilt/regret equals growth or caring. I’ll share why punishing yourself with guilt doesn’t prevent you from repeating mistakes and how it's often just a way to prove your worth or love. I’ll also tell a personal story about a painful mistake I made involving a dog I deeply loved…and how I healed without drowning in regret.

If you've ever said, “I should have known better,” or felt like you need to feel bad to make things right, this one's for you.

We'll also talk about what shows up in my free quiz “What Are My Subconscious Beliefs?” and why so many women unknowingly trap themselves in cycles of guilt, regret, and self-blame.

Take the quiz below
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It’s time to stop punishing yourself and start healing forward.

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If you’ve ever thought,

“She’s better than me.”

“Maybe I caused the abuse.”

“I hope he suffers like I did.”

“What’s wrong with me? I can’t stop thinking about him…”

Well, you’re not alone. And you’re definitely not broken.

In this episode, I’m naming the thoughts most women feel too ashamed to say out loud after leaving an emotionally abusive relationship. The ones that loop in your head and make you question your worth, your healing, and your sanity.

We’ll unpack where these thoughts come from, why your brain keeps recycling them, and how to start untangling the pain underneath without shame.

Whether you’re still checking his social media, comparing yourself to the new woman, or secretly hoping he regrets everything, this conversation will help you feel seen, validated, and empowered to heal.

👉 If you’re ready to finally break the mental spirals and reclaim your emotional clarity, this episode is your starting point. Grab the link below to schedule a FREE consultation.

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You’ve tried journaling, therapy, cutting contact, reading every book on emotional and narcissistic abuse healing and yet, you still feel like you’re stuck in the same emotional loop.

In this episode, I’m revealing the ONE THING that most survivors overlook...not because it’s complicated, but because it feels counterintuitive. If you’ve ever thought, “I should be over this by now” or “Why can’t I just let go?” this episode will help you see why.

We’ll unpack the real reason healing after emotional abuse often feels impossible, and what actually changes everything (spoiler: it’s not time, it’s not closure, and it’s not just cutting them off). Plus, I’ll walk you through belief shifts you can make today to get out of your head and finally feel like yourself again.

By the end, you’ll see why this isn’t just a mindset tweak it’s the foundation for every lasting breakthrough.

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You’ve read the books. You’ve journaled your heart out. You’ve sat through meditations and tried to rewire your mind.

And still you feel stuck. Numb. Exhausted.

This episode is for the woman who’s done the work but is thinking, “Why do I still feel like this?”

We’re talking about the emotional fatigue that comes from surviving trauma and trying to heal it at the same time. The moments where healing starts to feel like another full-time job. When every trigger makes you question whether anything you’re doing is even working.

In this conversation, I’m not giving you more tools to stack on your plate. I’m naming what you’re already carrying. And I’m here to remind you—you’re not doing it wrong. You’re just human.

If you're ready for support that meets you where you are, not where people think you should be, I’m offering free 30-minute consultations this month. The link to book is in the show notes.

Let’s talk about what’s really going on beneath the exhaustion. You don’t have to hold it alone.

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If you’ve ever found yourself spiraling emotionally and couldn’t stop it, this episode is your lifeline. Whether it’s anxiety, overwhelm, or a sudden emotional trigger, you can learn to stop emotional chaos in its tracks, and it doesn’t take years of therapy to do it.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through 3 fast, practical techniques to regulate your emotions, feel grounded, and stop letting emotional triggers run the show. These tips are simple, but powerful, designed to bring immediate relief and help you feel safe in your body again.

We’ll cover:

• A go-to strategy to interrupt emotional spirals instantly
• How to ground yourself when your nervous system is overloaded
• Why overanalyzing your feelings keeps you stuck and what to do instead

If you're tired of coping and want to actually heal the root of the emotional chaos, book a free 30-minute consultation with me. In just one call, we’ll uncover the subconscious blocks driving your emotional responses and map out your next steps for lasting healing.

Let’s stop the spiral for good.

Support the show

Email: Allison@radiatenrise.com

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To send a DM, visit Allison's profiles on
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To learn more about my Programs visit the website
www.radiatenrise.com

*Formerly (The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast)