In this deeply reflective conversation, therapist and host Angie and Malisa explore the intimate relationship between self-care and boundaries. They unpack how self-harm and self-abandonment can quietly show up when we ignore our bodies, overextend ourselves, or struggle to say no—especially in caregiving roles. Through honest reflection on parenting, relationship dynamics, and energetic patterns, they examine how our sense of self-worth shapes the boundaries we set and the energy we attract. This episode is a compassionate reminder that self-love isn't just about what we give—it's about what we protect.

This week, pause before you say yes. Place one hand on your body and ask, "What would honoring myself look like right now?" Practice noticing the difference between discomfort that invites growth and discomfort that signals self-abandonment. Let your "no" become an act of devotion, not defense. Every boundary you set is a message to your nervous system that you are safe, worthy, and allowed to choose yourself—without explanation or apology.

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In this heartfelt conversation, Angie and Malisa unravel the quiet complexities of emotional health. Together, they explore the tender space where sadness and anger intertwine — the moments when emotional lows are easier to hide behind irritation than to name honestly.

Malisa and Angie reflect on how self-awareness becomes a compass during these emotional dips, helping us recognize what we're truly feeling beneath the surface. Through compassionate dialogue, they invite listeners to honor their emotions without judgment, soften their inner reactions, and allow themselves to be fully human. This episode is a gentle reminder that feeling deeply is not a flaw — it's an act of truth.

Practice emotional honesty by pausing before reacting. When you feel anger rise, place a hand on your chest and ask, "What emotion is underneath this?" Whether it's sadness, fear, or exhaustion, naming the truth creates space for healing. This simple act helps you respond with clarity, compassion, and grounding — instead of defaulting to familiar reactions.

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In this powerful conversation, Malisa Hepner and Angie Hawkins explore how growing up around narcissistic traits shapes self-perception, emotional safety, and the tendency to internalize blame. They discuss the lifelong impact of being conditioned to doubt your own reality, the unraveling of ingrained beliefs, and the transformative process of cultivating discernment. Together, they illuminate what it takes to reclaim your truth, rebuild self-trust, and understand where your responsibility ends and someone else's begins.

Begin practicing discernment over default self-blame. When a triggering situation arises, pause and ask three grounding questions:

1. Is this actually my responsibility, or am I reverting to old conditioning?
   
   

2. What evidence supports my perception in this moment?
   
   

3. What would I believe if I trusted myself fully?
   
   

Then, take one aligned action—journaling, setting a boundary, or simply naming the truth out loud—to reinforce your new pattern. If this episode supported your healing, consider donating to help us continue creating conversations that empower trauma survivors and deepen collective understanding.

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