Awakening Women Podcast
511 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 140 ratingsDiscussing all topics related to holistic health, alternative health, spirituality, psychology, marriage, and personal development.
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296. Carrying the Motherload | Feeling Like a Single Parent in Narcissistic Relationship
January 27, 2022 21:16 - 14 minutes - 7.76 MBTake my free masterclass: How to Know Whether to Stay or Leave Your Toxic Relationship https://www.leanneoaten.com/stayorgo/ In this episode, we're talking about how women carry the load when it comes to parenting and the children's needs when with an entitled, selfish, narcissistic partner. Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook Book a 50 Minute Private Coaching + Consultation Session: https://leanneoaten.as.me/50-minute-consulting Join the February 30 Day...
295. Does my Partner Have Avoidant Attachment or is it Narcissistic Abuse?
January 24, 2022 19:38 - 8 minutes - 9.07 MBI get questions often from women who are trying to diagnose their partner with avoidant attachment as a way to make sense of the strange behaviour they are experiencing. In this episode, I want to clarify the difference between the two. _______ New Monday quickie episodes! In these quick episodes (under 10 minutes) I'll be shining light on one specific behavior, trait, tactic, or phrase you'll hear from a narcissistic partner. I love piecing together themes and patterns I see with wom...
294. Monday Quickie | Refusing to Accept Your Ideas, Perspectives and Influence
January 17, 2022 14:00 - 6 minutes - 7.12 MBNew Monday quickie episodes! In these quick episodes I'll be shining light on one specific behavior, trait, tactic, or phrase you'll hear from a narcissistic partner. I love piecing together themes and patterns I see with women who are in my programs, and in these quick but mighty episodes, I'll be bringing these insights to you so that you can awaken and evolve beyond the cycle! Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook Join the February 30 Day End The Cycle Intensi...
293. The Hidden Dangers of Living with a Covert Narcissist Partner
January 13, 2022 21:48 - 14 minutes - 7.61 MBCovert abusers are not any less dangerous than the more obvious abusers. In fact, they're even more dangerous because the abuse is happening in plain sight while nobody else sees it. Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook Book a 50 Minute Private Coaching + Consultation Session: https://leanneoaten.as.me/50-minute-consulting Join the February 30 Day End The Cycle Intensive https://soulworkholisticcounselling.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/51 Joi...
293. The Hidden Dangers of a Covert Narcissist
January 13, 2022 21:48 - 14 minutes - 7.61 MBCovert abusers are not any less dangerous than the more obvious abusers. In fact, they're even more dangerous because the abuse is happening in plain sight while nobody else sees it. Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook Book a 50 Minute Private Coaching + Consultation Session: https://soulworkholisticcounselling.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/55 Join my 6-month in-depth coaching and mentorship program, End The Cycle Evolve: leanneoaten.com/evolve ...
293. The Hidden Dangers of a Covert Narcissist
January 13, 2022 21:48 - 14 minutes - 7.61 MBCovert abusers are not any less dangerous than the more obvious abusers. In fact, they're even more dangerous because the abuse is happening in plain sight while nobody else sees it. Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook Book a 50 Minute Private Coaching + Consultation Session: https://leanneoaten.as.me/50-minute-consulting Join the February 30 Day End The Cycle Intensive https://soulworkholisticcounselling.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/51 Joi...
292. Monday Quickie| Everything is Fine Until You Confront Them on Their Bullshit
January 10, 2022 14:00 - 8 minutes - 9.25 MBNew Monday quickie episodes! In these quick episodes (under 10 minutes) I'll be shining light on one specific behavior, trait, tactic, or phrase you'll hear from a narcissistic partner. I love piecing together themes and patterns I see with women who are in my programs, and in these quick but mighty episodes, I'll be bringing these insights to you so that you can awaken and evolve beyond the cycle. Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook Join the February 30 Day E...
328. Is a 100% Non-Toxic Relationship Possible?
January 06, 2022 14:00 - 16 minutes - 18.3 MBAll transformation starts within. Nothing Changes until YOU change. Work with Leanne: https://www.leanneoaten.com/services-programs Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook
291. The Definitive Top 10 List to Know for Sure You're Experiencing Narcissistic Abuse
January 06, 2022 14:00 - 56 minutes - 57.4 MBThis episode is not meant to diagnose your partner, however, if you can check off any of these burning red flags as a consistent, repetitive pattern of behavior over time with your partner, you can be sure he falls somewhere on the spectrum of narcissism and is definitely behaving in toxic ways that are hindering your wellbeing. The key here is that this is a pervasive and continual and predictable pattern of behavior, not occasional errors or 'narcissistic moments'. If you're question...
291. The Definitive Top 10 Checklist to Know for Sure if You're Experiencing Narcissistic Abuse
January 06, 2022 14:00 - 56 minutes - 57.4 MBThis episode is not meant to diagnose your partner, however, if you can check off any of these burning red flags as a consistent, repetitive pattern of behavior over time with your partner, you can be sure he falls somewhere on the spectrum of narcissism and is definitely behaving in toxic ways that are hindering your wellbeing. The key here is that this is a pervasive and continual and predictable pattern of behavior, not occasional errors or 'narcissistic moments'. If you're question...
290. What Narcissitic Fathers Do When You Pull Away | Disneyland Dads |Love Bombing the Kids
December 30, 2021 14:00 - 27 minutes - 28.5 MBWhen you start to see the tactics and pull away from the relationship, begin to leave, or actually leave, get ready for some new tactics toward your children shared with this person to escalate. Work with me: End the Cycle Intensive: Join the February 30 Day Intensive: This is for women who want a fast-action BootCamp style program to learn the cycle of narcissistic abuse, the tactics used, and how to disengage from the dynamics, and includes the strategy to develop your exit plan. Jo...
Bonus New Year 2022 Episode | Ditch the Pressure and Make Your Own Rules
December 29, 2021 01:47 - 15 minutes - 16 MBA special message New Year message from Leanne. Work with me in 2022: Join the February 30 Day ETC Intensive Join the 6 Month ETCE Evolve program
289. Childhood Sexual Trauma + Narcissistic Abuse
December 23, 2021 14:00 - 15 minutes - 16.7 MBThis episode has a trigger warning. We are discussing sensitive topics including childhood sexual abuse. If you're experiencing sexual coercion in your relationship, and feel pressure, followed by poor treatment if you don't engage sexually with your partner, this episode is for you. Ways to work with me: February 2022: End The Cycle 30 Day Intensive. Limited spots are available. (I mentioned January in this episode, however, it has been postponed until February) ETC in 30-day ...
289. Childhood Sexual Abuse + Narcissistic Sexual Coercion
December 23, 2021 14:00 - 15 minutes - 16.7 MBThis episode has a trigger warning. We are discussing sensitive topics including childhood sexual abuse. If you're experiencing sexual coercion in your relationship, and feel pressure, followed by poor treatment if you don't engage sexually with your partner, this episode is for you. Ways to work with me: February 2022: End The Cycle 30 Day Intensive. Limited spots are available. (I mentioned January in this episode, however, it has been postponed until February) ETC in 30-day ...
288. Signs He is NOT Changing + Entitlement to Your Forgiveness
December 16, 2021 14:00 - 13 minutes - 13.9 MBA common abuse tactic that is very difficult to spot is a partner who is continuing to behave abusively trying to force you to move past it and let it go. His sense of entitlement to unearned forgiveness can leave you feeling extremely frustrated and wondering why you can't just 'forgive'. Learn why this is not possible in this episode. The episode on why therapy is not recommended in abusive relationships: Why Therapy Doesn't Work in Abusive Relationship Considering joining my 6 M...
287. Empathy Burnout + Protecting Your Energy
December 09, 2021 14:00 - 12 minutes - 13 MBIn this episode learn why too much empathy can keep us stuck in situations that are toxic for us, and how to start balancing empathy with boundaries and logic. Ways to work with me: February 2022: End The Cycle 30 Day Intensive. Limited spots available. This is the ETC process taught week by week as a guided experience. Includes a Facebook group, community support, and group coaching/ Q & A call at the end of the program. Register to save your spot here. *January was menti...
286. The Nice/Mean Behavior Patterns + Why You Feel So Confused
December 03, 2021 23:47 - 12 minutes - 13.2 MBJOIN THE END THE CYCLE 30 DAY INTENSIVE *Note: I have changed the ETC intensive to start on February 6th but mentioned January on the podcast. Most women in a relationship experiencing narcissistic abuse can attest to feeling confused by their partner's sometimes wonderful behavior. Because they can sometimes do nice things and behave with acts of love, women stay in self-doubt about whether the relationship really is abusive, or if it's just something wrong with them. Tune in to lea...
285. Stop Trying to Get Your Partner to Grow with You
November 25, 2021 14:00 - 12 minutes - 13.6 MBAre you doing more work to get your partner to change than he's doing to change? This includes emotional work, ruminating, thinking about the relationship, worrying about the relationship, trying to find help and resources, sending your partner links and blogs to read when he is doing nothing to take leadership on his own. It won't work. In order to truly change we have to want to change who we are and be 100% committed to the process to make those changes happen. Join the Pain to Po...
284. [Covert Narcissistic Abuse]: "You took it the wrong way"
November 18, 2021 14:00 - 16 minutes - 17.9 MBLet's talk about covert abuse as I define it: A repetitive pattern of hurtful behaviour that is explained away with "You took it wrong" or "I didn't mean it that way" which leaves you questioning yourself and frankly, feeling like you ARE going crazy. Follow for more: @awakeningwomensupport on Facebook and Instagram
283. [Covert Narcissistic Abuse]: The "Good Guy"
November 11, 2021 14:00 - 24 minutes - 25.5 MBReady to take back your power? Join my free Pain to Power Bootcamp In this episode, Leanne covers 12 ways to know if you're with a covert abuser who likes to be known as a "good guy". If you find yourself often feeling badly around your partner, yet everyone else thinks he's so wonderful, this episode is for you! Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook
282. The Abusive+ Narcissistic "Good Guy"
November 11, 2021 14:00 - 24 minutes - 25.5 MBJoin ETCE and get started on your healing journey today. In this episode, Leanne covers 12 ways to know if you're with a "good guy" who exhibits abusive and narcissistic traits and behaviours. If you find yourself often feeling badly around your partner, but can't pinpoint WHY, this episode is for you! Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook
290. Become Gaslight Proof: 5 Subtle Phrases You Might Not Realize is Gaslighting
November 04, 2021 21:51 - 12 minutes - 13.4 MBJoin my 6 month mentorship program End The Cycle Evolve In this episode, we're talking about 5 phrases you may hear often from your narcissistic partner, and not realize is a form of gaslighting. Gaslighting is a pattern of emotionally abusive behavior that is primarily seen in pathological personality disorders like high narcissism and NPD. It is a pattern of behavior, not one-off misunderstandings or genuine incidents of forgetfulness.
282. [Covert Narcissistic Abuse]: Become Gaslight Proof 5 Subtle Phrases You Might Not Realize is Gaslighting
November 04, 2021 21:51 - 12 minutes - 13.4 MBJoin my 6 month mentorship program End The Cycle Evolve In this episode, we're talking about 5 phrases you may hear often from your narcissistic partner, and not realize is a form of gaslighting. Gaslighting is a pattern of emotionally abusive behavior that is primarily seen in pathological personality disorders like high narcissism and NPD. It is a pattern of behavior, not one-off misunderstandings or genuine incidents of forgetfulness.
280. Be More Selfish, Step into Your Masculine Energy
October 28, 2021 17:15 - 7 minutes - 5.25 MBJoin me for another 'walk with me' episode and learn why being too much in your feminine, empathic, emotional energy is keeping you stuck in a toxic dynamic, and what you need to do to balance your 'feeling' side with your logical, decisive side to change your relationship dance. Bootcamp is on NOW! Join us here.
281. Increase Your Healthy Narcissism: Be More Selfish, Step into Your Masculine Energy
October 28, 2021 17:15 - 7 minutes - 5.25 MBJoin me for another 'walk with me' episode and learn why being too much in your feminine, empathic, emotional energy is keeping you stuck in a toxic dynamic, and what you need to do to balance your 'feeling' side with your logical, decisive side to change your relationship dance. We all need a healthy level of narcissism to be successful in life, and most women in narcissistic relationships fall on the extreme low- end of the spectrum with something Craig Maklin calls "echoism". So, maybe y...
280. Women, Money and Power: Taking Ownership of Your Finances
October 21, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 32.7 MBJoin the upcoming Pain to Power challenge >> CLICK HERE << If money is a barrier for you to getting to a healthier place, or possibly leaving the relationship, this is the episode for you. This is a real talk edition where I am calling you in to rise up to your full power in the area of money and finances. Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook By purchasing courses and joining the ETCE mentoring program, or other digital products you’re making it possible for we...
279. Women, Money and Power: Taking Ownership of Your Finances
October 21, 2021 13:00 - 31 minutes - 32.7 MBJoin the upcoming Pain to Power challenge >> CLICK HERE << If money is a barrier for you to getting to a healthier place, or possibly leaving the relationship, this is the episode for you. This is a real talk edition where I am calling you in to rise up to your full power in the area of money and finances. Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook By purchasing courses and joining the ETCE mentoring program, or other digital products you’re making it possible for we...
279. Not Everyone Will Get to This Level of Awakening
October 14, 2021 13:00 - 13 minutes - 8.9 MBJoin the upcoming Pain to Power Challenge >>CLICK HERE<< This is a walking unedited episode where I'm speaking to you from flow as I walk in nature with my dogs. This message is for the woman who is DONE with her current way of being and is ready for real change. Other helpful resources: Follow @awakeningwomesupport on Instagram Take the Own Your Power Bootcamp - get instant access here. Ready to get started on your Awakening journey today? Purchase the Awakening Women Collecti...
278. Not Everyone Will Get to This Level of Awakening
October 14, 2021 13:00 - 13 minutes - 8.9 MBJoin the upcoming Pain to Power Challenge >>CLICK HERE<< This is a walking unedited episode where I'm speaking to you from flow as I walk in nature with my dogs. This message is for the woman who is DONE with her current way of being and is ready for real change. Other helpful resources: Follow @awakeningwomesupport on Instagram Take the Own Your Power Bootcamp - get instant access here. Ready to get started on your Awakening journey today? Purchase the Awakening Women Collecti...
278. Therapist Triangulation | Beware When Your Partner Goes to Therapy
October 07, 2021 13:00 - 10 minutes - 11.8 MBThis is something I hear about often from women I work with, that their partner is in therapy and comes home to share things the therapist said in order to cause triangulation. Beware of this maneuver, and when he says "my therapist said YOU sound like a narcissist!" Join the upcoming Pain to Power Challenge Get on the ETCE waitlist to be notified when we open enrollment for Fall Take the Own Your Power Bootcamp Purchase the Awakening Women Collection
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October 06, 2021 21:35 - 3 minutes - 3.56 MBRegister for the challenge here Be the first to know when WTCE reopens for enrollment
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October 06, 2021 21:35 - 3 minutes - 3.56 MBRegister for the challenge here
277. The Emotional Hangover: Why You Can't Get Over Fights with Your Partner
September 23, 2021 13:00 - 11 minutes - 12 MBAfter an argument or conflict, your partner is able to move on and forget about it while you are stuck stewing and seething over the whole thing. Then you are told you need to 'get over it' by your partner, and yet, you can't seem to just let it go. Why is this? Press play on this episode for why this happens and what needs to happen to truly move past conflicts or emotionally hurtful or abusive incidents. Ready for MORE? Join my Own Your Power Bootcamp Join my email community ...
276. Why Researching Narcissism and Focusing on The Problem Keeps You Stuck in The Problem
September 17, 2021 19:47 - 20 minutes - 22.7 MBTake my free masterclass: How to Know Whether to Stay or Leave Your Toxic Relationship https://www.leanneoaten.com/stayorgo/ Book a Private Coaching + Consultation Session: https://soulworkholisticcounselling.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/55 Purchase the Awakening Women Transformation Collection https://soulworkholisticcounselling.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/27 The more we focus on the problem, the more w are stuck in the problem. Nothing changes un...
275. Top 10 Things NOT to Do When Experiencing Narcissistic Abuse
September 17, 2021 19:35 - 27 minutes - 29 MBIf I could speak in front of all the women in the world who are living in narcissistic abuse dynamics, this is what I would tell them NOT to do. Ready to step into your transformation and healing? Join ETCE Coaching Progam
Season 3 | Let's Rise Together
September 09, 2021 13:00 - 4 minutes - 4.75 MBWelcome to season 3 of the AW Podcast! For more be sure to follow me over at @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook Join my weekly newsletter for updates and inspo to keep you growing HERE
274. Podcast Hiatus | Community Updates | Taking Action Before You Feel Ready
July 13, 2021 21:01 - 16 minutes - 18.1 MBI'll be back in September with brand new episodes! Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook By purchasing my courses and joining the ETCE mentoring program, you’re making it possible for weekly podcast episodes to continue. Thank you so much for your support. Purchase the Awakening Women Transformation Collection https://soulworkholisticcounselling.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/27 Get on the ETCE waitlist https://awakeningwomensupport.ck.page/858...
273. We all have personal power and we get to choose how we use it
July 01, 2021 13:00 - 9 minutes - 10.8 MB>>Join End The Cycle Evolve<< We all have personal power, some of us choose to give it away, but we always have a choice each day for how we will move forward with our lives. Activating your personal power starts with choosing to act in the areas you have control over. Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook By purchasing courses and joining the ETCE mentoring program with Leanne Oaten, your podcast host, you’re making it possible for weekly episodes to continue. Than...
272. Why Pressure to Have Sex and Feeling Emotionally Unsafe Kills Women's Desire
June 24, 2021 17:40 - 16 minutes - 17.9 MBLets talk again about sex as it pertains to abuse and violation of women's rights to say no without coercion, pressure and emotional manipulation. This subject is not discussed enough in this space, and I want to address this prevalent issue so that women can start setting boundaries around their bodies and sexuality. Additional episodes referenced: 182 + 238 For more follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook By purchasing courses and joining the ETCE mentoring p...
271. When You're Done Talking About the Problems and Want a Solution
June 17, 2021 13:00 - 14 minutes - 15.7 MBSHOW NOTES: Join the ETCE 6 Month Mentoring Program There comes a point where you have nothing left to say. You've talked, and talked, and explained and pushed your point so much, you feel like you can't have one more circular maddening, crazymaking interaction with your partner. This is your opportunity to step into a new way because this means you see what you've been doing isn't working. When we get to this point, we are often ready to do something different and take radical steps ...
270. Case Study | Creating a New Relationship With the Same Partner After a Separation and Near Divorce
June 10, 2021 16:51 - 51 minutes - 40.3 MBGet the details to join End The Cycle Evolve Program Register for the Live Masterclass In this episode, I'm interviewing a woman who joined ETC last year to share her story with you on how her leading the change made her husband face what he needed to change in order to win her back into the relationship AFTER they were already separated. *The name of the treatments mentioned in this interview were edited out because I am not affiliated or familiar with them, and do not endorse prog...
269. The Fog | Be Careful When Things Feel Normal
June 10, 2021 13:00 - 12 minutes - 13.1 MB>> Join the upcoming Relationship Reset Masterclass In this episode, we're talking about the fog that can set in when things feel 'normal' and why this often doesn't mean change is happening. Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook
268. Relationship Inventory | Getting Honest and Telling Yourself The Truth
June 03, 2021 16:29 - 15 minutes - 16.8 MBRegister for the upcoming live Masterclass In this episode, I'm having you take an honest look at where you are in your relationship. To begin changing our lives we have to get honest with ourselves first. We can't move forward unless we know where we are and where we want to get to. Then, we need to figure out what needs to happen to bridge that gap from where you are to where you want to be in your life and relationship. Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook
267. The 'Invisible Woman' Response| How to Bring Yourself Back into The Equation Of Your Life
May 27, 2021 13:00 - 7 minutes - 8.57 MBREGISTER for one of the limited spots inside the ETC Evolve 6 Month Immersion HERE. In this episode, I'm inviting you to look at how you've been allowing your needs to become nonexistent as you become more and more invisible in your relationship. Part of the Relationship Reset we do inside of ETC is bringing more of YOU and what you want into the relationship. Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook for daily inspirational and empowering posts and reminders of how to ...
266. Why Couples Counselling Doesn't Work When Dealing With Abuse Dynamics
May 20, 2021 13:00 - 17 minutes - 18.2 MBIf you're going to therapy to work on yourself, or to resolve issues in your relationship, remember that someone who is no further along than you are will be able to be of much help. This includes therapists, coaches, friends, family. Book a Private Coaching + Consultation Session: https://soulworkholisticcounselling.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/55 Join my 6-month in-depth coaching and mentorship program, End The Cycle Evolve: leanneoaten.com/evolve Join the Awakening...
266. Why Counselling Doesn't Work When Dealing With Abuse Dynamics
May 20, 2021 13:00 - 17 minutes - 18.2 MB>JOIN the Own Your Power Bootcamp Final Round<< Register here. Join End The Cycle 6-month coaching program If you're going to therapy to work on yourself, or to resolve issues in your relationship, remember that someone who is no further along than you are will be able to be of much help. This includes therapists, coaches, friends, family.
266. Why Counselling Doesn't Work
May 20, 2021 13:00 - 17 minutes - 18.2 MB>JOIN the Own Your Power Bootcamp Final Round<< Register here. Join End The Cycle 6-month coaching program If you're going to therapy to work on yourself, or to resolve issues in your relationship, remember that someone who is no further along than you are will be able to be of much help. This includes therapists, coaches, friends, family.
265. Your Kids Are Not OK| A Wake Up Call to Moms
May 15, 2021 20:37 - 9 minutes - 4.64 MBYour kids aren't OK living in the midst of constant chaos, conflict, discord and unhappiness. Your relationship dynamic with your partner is creating a toxic home environment for your children and in this episode I want to call you to action to lead your children out of the toxic energy they are forced to live in. This is not about guilt or shame, its about seeing the truth and doing something new to change what isn't working. Ready to get real guidance and change your relationship dyn...
264. When You're in Burnout and Feel Like You Have Nothing Left to Give
May 14, 2021 01:15 - 17 minutes - 19 MBIn this episode we're talking about managing and taking ownership for your energy and how you're showing up in your life in all areas. You can't do a whole lot from a place of exhaustion, depletion and burnout, so let's talk about this. Join the free Bootcamp ETC is NOW open for new members! Get registered here if you're feeling fired up and ready for change.
263. Pillar 4 | The Change Process + Developing Your Exit Strategy
May 07, 2021 17:45 - 15 minutes - 16.6 MBAfter you've worked on the first 3 pillars, it's time to formulate your non-negotiables and understand the process for change that your partner must go through in order to truly change. During this phase i's a good idea to start building your solid exit plan and start planning for this, just in case he doesn't make the necessary changes you have identified you need in order to remain in the relationship. Get instant access to my free Own Your Power Bootcamp Join End the Cycle 12 week ...