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Awakening Women Podcast

511 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 140 ratings

Discussing all topics related to holistic health, alternative health, spirituality, psychology, marriage, and personal development.

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194. Passive Aggressive Narcissism

April 24, 2020 14:33 - 30 minutes - 46.2 MB

In this episode we're diving into a topic I hear so many women experiencing in a narcissistic relationship. Passive aggressive behavior is a covert abuse tactic, and it can be hard to spot, yet you know something feels 'off'.  Join the ETC Self Study community  Get on the wait list for the next ETC Transformation Coaching Program  Join the Awakening Women Facebook Community  Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Facebook and Instagram

Ep 193: What is Love Bombing?

April 16, 2020 17:19 - 10 minutes - 16 MB

In this short episode, I am sharing my take on what "love bombing" is. You hear this in a lot of places, alternating with with "hoovering" (which I also go into in episode 178). Let's simplify and break this down.  JOIN THE ETC COURSE Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook Join the Awakening Women FB Group

193. What is Love Bombing?

April 16, 2020 17:19 - 10 minutes - 16 MB

In this short episode, I am sharing my take on what "love bombing" is. You hear this in a lot of places, alternating with with "hoovering" (which I also go into in episode 178). Let's simplify and break this down.  JOIN THE ETC COURSE Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook Join the Awakening Women FB Group

192. The Cycle in Action

April 09, 2020 13:00 - 20 minutes - 31.8 MB

In this episode I'm diving into a story from one of our Awakening Women and ETC members that perfectly illustrates what the cycle looks and feels like when you're in it. I'm breaking down what each behavior tactic is, and defining them so you can see exactly what this looks like when it's happening.  READ THE BLOG JOIN ETC COURSE Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook  Join our free community by searching #awakeningwomensupport on Facebook 

192. The Cycle in Action | Breaking Down One Woman's Interaction with a Narcissistic Spouse

April 09, 2020 13:00 - 20 minutes - 31.8 MB

In this episode I'm diving into a story from one of our Awakening Women and ETC members that perfectly illustrates what the cycle looks and feels like when you're in it. I'm breaking down what each behavior tactic is, and defining them so you can see exactly what this looks like when it's happening.  READ THE BLOG JOIN ETCE PROGRAM Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook   

Ep 192: The Cycle in Action

April 09, 2020 13:00 - 20 minutes - 31.8 MB

In this episode I'm diving into a story from one of our Awakening Women and ETC members that perfectly illustrates what the cycle looks and feels like when you're in it. I'm breaking down what each behavior tactic is, and defining them so you can see exactly what this looks like when it's happening.  READ THE BLOG JOIN ETC COURSE Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook  Join our free community by searching #awakeningwomensupport on Facebook 

191. What Keeps You Hooked| Intermittent Reinforcement

March 31, 2020 22:24 - 19 minutes - 29.8 MB

Awakening Women is a movement and community for conscious growth oriented women who are ready to step into their power. In this episode learn what keeps you hooked and stuck in a relationship that is causing you so much suffering, and why when this happens, makes it difficult to leave.  Get the ETC Self Study Course  Follow  @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook

Ep 191: Intermittent Reinforcement

March 31, 2020 22:24 - 19 minutes - 29.8 MB

Awakening Women is a movement and community for conscious growth oriented women who are ready to step into their power. In this episode learn what keeps you hooked and stuck in a relationship that is causing you so much suffering, and why when this happens, makes it difficult to leave.  Get the ETC Self Study Course  Follow  @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook

191. Intermittent Reinforcement

March 31, 2020 22:24 - 19 minutes - 29.8 MB

Awakening Women is a movement and community for conscious growth oriented women who are ready to step into their power. In this episode learn what keeps you hooked and stuck in a relationship that is causing you so much suffering, and why when this happens, makes it difficult to leave.  Get the ETC Self Study Course  Follow  @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook

190. Are You Stonewalling Him?

March 26, 2020 13:00 - 18 minutes - 27.7 MB

I hear this so often from women in the AWS community. They wonder if they are stonewalling their partner when they refuse to continue engaging. I'll clear this up in this episode. Register for ETC Group Mentoring  Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook  Join our Facebook Community by searching #awakeningwomensupport in the Facebook search bar.  Get weekly updates sent to your inbox by signing up here. 

190. Are You Stonewalling Him? | How to Set Boundaries in Healthy Ways

March 26, 2020 13:00 - 18 minutes - 27.7 MB

I hear this so often from women in the AWS community. They wonder if they are stonewalling their partner when they refuse to continue engaging. I'll clear this up in this episode. Register for ETC Group Mentoring  Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook  Join our Facebook Community by searching #awakeningwomensupport in the Facebook search bar.  Get weekly updates sent to your inbox by signing up here. 

Ep 190: Are You Stonewalling Him?

March 26, 2020 13:00 - 18 minutes - 27.7 MB

I hear this so often from women in the AWS community. They wonder if they are stonewalling their partner when they refuse to continue engaging. I'll clear this up in this episode. Register for ETC Group Mentoring  Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook  Join our Facebook Community by searching #awakeningwomensupport in the Facebook search bar.  Get weekly updates sent to your inbox by signing up here. 

189. When You Get This Everything Changes

March 19, 2020 13:00 - 25 minutes - 38 MB

If you're ready to let go of the heavy weight you're carrying from past hurt, and what has happened to you, and release yourself from the hold carrying the anger, hurt and resentment has on you, I've got some doozy insights and mindshifts for you.  Register for ETC  (We start April 2nd, 2020)   Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Facebook and Instagram     

188. Green Flags of Healthy Love

March 19, 2020 13:00 - 16 minutes - 25.2 MB

I have talked a lot about the red flags of toxic relationships, but one of our Awakening Women asked me to talk about the signs of healthy love, and how to know what that is. So, here is my take on what to look for.  Get on the Boot Camp Registration + ETC wait list  Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Facebook and Instagram 

Ep 189: When You Get This Everything Changes

March 19, 2020 13:00 - 25 minutes - 38 MB

If you're ready to let go of the heavy weight you're carrying from past hurt, and what has happened to you, and release yourself from the hold carrying the anger, hurt and resentment has on you, I've got some doozy insights and mindshifts for you.  Register for ETC  (We start April 2nd, 2020)   Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Facebook and Instagram     

Ep 188: 10 Green Flags of Healthy Love

March 19, 2020 13:00 - 16 minutes - 25.2 MB

I have talked a lot about the red flags of toxic relationships, but one of our Awakening Women asked me to talk about the signs of healthy love, and how to know what that is. So, here is my take on what to look for.  Get on the Boot Camp Registration + ETC wait list  Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Facebook and Instagram 

187. Who's Caring For You?

March 16, 2020 13:00 - 17 minutes - 26.1 MB

Let's talk about why codependency could be the reason why you don't prioritize your self care, and how to shift the focus from others needs, wants, desires to your own well being and needs.  Get on the ETC Waitlist Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook 

Ep 187: Who's Caring For You?

March 16, 2020 13:00 - 17 minutes - 26.1 MB

Let's talk about why codependency could be the reason why you don't prioritize your self care, and how to shift the focus from others needs, wants, desires to your own well being and needs.  Get on the ETC Waitlist Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook 

Ep 186: Stop Gaslighting Yourself

March 12, 2020 13:00 - 11 minutes - 17.3 MB

Are you gaslighting yourself? If you are, then you are an energetic match for others to gaslight you as well.  Tune in for how to know if you're doing this, and how to stop.  Join the OYP Boot Camp and get notified when we open up ETC. Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Facebook and Instagram

Ep 185: End the Cycle of Gaslighting

March 09, 2020 13:00 - 17 minutes - 18.2 MB

Register for the Own Your Power Boot camp, we start March 16th.  In this episode I'm talking about your responsibility in ending the gaslighting cycle.  Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook page, and search #awakeningwomensupport on Facebook to find our private group Register for the OYP Boot Camp

Ep 184: Lets Talk about Diversionary Tactics

March 05, 2020 14:00 - 12 minutes - 13.4 MB

Join the waitlist for the next Own Your Power Boot Camp, and the AWS Facebook Community.  In this episode we're talking about 7 diversionary tactics abusive partners use to keep the focus off of them, and spin the conversation around, away from the topic you're trying to address.  Join the OYP Boot Camp and ETC waitlist.  Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Facebook and Instagram  Need help NOW? Purchase the ETC Self Study Course 

Ep 183: Physical Boundaries in Your Relationship

March 02, 2020 14:00 - 10 minutes - 12.4 MB

Join the Own Your Power Bootcamp Join the ETC Evolve program In this episode we're talking about physical boundaries in your relationship, and how to address when your partner wants physical affection, hugs, kisses when you don't want it. Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Facebook and Instagram

Ep 182: Relationship Sexual Abuse isn't Just Physical

February 27, 2020 14:00 - 20 minutes - 22.9 MB

Join the Own Your Power Boot Camp. Join the #awakeningwomensupport Facebook Community.  In this episode (part 2 of ep 167) we are diving into what sexual abuse and coercion in a relationship is. Join ETC Evolve 6 month mentoring program

Ep181: How Your Body is Speaking To You

February 24, 2020 17:46 - 16 minutes - 18.7 MB

Join the next Own Your Power Boot Camp and join our free Awakening Women Support community by searching #awakeningwomensupport on Facebook.  Sign up for the ETC waitlist and Boot Camp  In this episode we're chatting about how your body is speaking to through stress related symptoms.  Symptoms:  Chronic exhaustion  Extreme response to stress Insomnia  Morning exhaustion  Brain Fog Emotional eating/Binge Eating Unwanted weight gain  Digestive disturbances  Headaches/migr...

Ep 180: Stop Emotionally Reacting

February 20, 2020 14:00 - 16 minutes - 19.2 MB

For more information about how to work with me head to my website leanneoaten.com. Registration is now open for the next Own Your Power Boot Camp!  leanneoaten.com/etcwaitlist  In this episode learn why emotionally reacting to your partner, the 'hooks' and verbal abuse, is the worst thing you can do, and what to do instead. Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Facebook and Instagram Search hashtag #awakeningwomensupport on Facebook to find our private Facebook group.  

Ep 179: Narcissistic Abuse Tactic - Minimization

February 17, 2020 14:00 - 25 minutes - 27.5 MB

Join the waitlist for the next own Your Power Boot Camp at leanneoaten.com/etcwaitlist.  In this episode, I'm sharing real examples from women inside of our Facebook community, who shared how their partner tries to minimize their bad behaviour/abuse/lies/manipulation and neglect. Join us on Facebook and Instagram @awakeningwomensupport  Find our private community by searching the hashtag #awakeningwomen support in the Facebook search bar.   

Ep 178: Is He Changing or Hoovering?

February 13, 2020 14:00 - 12 minutes - 12.9 MB

Awakening women support is a movement to empower conscious women who are experiencing narcissistic emotional abuse. Reclaim your power and peace, and disentangle from the emotional confusion and fog of narcissistic abuse with the AWS podcast, Facebook Community and Instagram page @awakeningwomensupport   In this episode I'm talking about hoovering (the nice part of the cycle) and why this is the glue that keeps you hoping in a relationship that is harming you.    Get on the ETC Waitl...

Ep 177: Circular Communication + Word Salad

February 10, 2020 14:00 - 16 minutes - 18.6 MB

Join the waitlist for the next Own Your power Boot Camp!Awakening women support is an movement to empower conscious women who are experiencing narcissistic emotional abuse. Reclaim your power and peace, and disentangle from the emotional confusion and fog of narcissistic abuse with the Awakening Women Podcast, Facebook Community and Instagram page @awakeningwomensupport In this episode learn why you feel so confused with every issue you bring up with your narcissistic partner, and why you'...

Ep 176: Be Careful Who You Confide in About Your Relationship

February 06, 2020 14:00 - 7 minutes - 9.57 MB

Join the waitlist for the next Own You Power Boot Camp! Awakening Women Support is a movement for empowering conscious women who are experiencing narcissistic emotional abuse to take steps to reclaim their power and inner peace.    In this episode I'm talking about why you should not confide in everyone about your relationship issues. Keep your circle of support tight, here's why. Join the Own Your Power Boot Camp and ETC Waitlist and get your welcome kit sent straight to your inbox! ...

Ep 175: Should You Take a Narcissistic Partner To Therapy?

February 03, 2020 20:20 - 14 minutes - 18.8 MB

Join the waitlist for the next Own Your Power Boot Camp!Awakening women support is a movement to empower conscious women who are experiencing narcissistic emotional abuse. Reclaim your power and peace, and disentangle from the emotional confusion and fog of narcissistic abuse with the AWS podcast, Facebook Community and Instagram page @awakeningwomensupport In this episode I'm sharing with you a recent experience a woman in our community had in couples therapy with her narcissistic spouse,...

Ep 174: How to Explain Why I'm Getting a Divorce + Co-Parenting with Narcissistic Ex

January 29, 2020 01:10 - 10 minutes - 11.9 MB

Awakening women support is a movement to empower conscious women who are experiencing narcissistic emotional abuse. Reclaim your power and peace, and disentangle from the emotional confusion and fog of narcissistic abuse with the AWS podcast, Facebook Community and Instagram page @awakeningwomensupport    In this edition of the quickie Q & A episodes, I'm answering: How do I explain to my parents I'm getting a divorce? And how do I get over the guilt of not being able to protect my c...

Ep 173: An Overview of the Narcisisstic Emotional Abuse Cycle

January 22, 2020 21:04 - 21 minutes - 21.2 MB

Learn the 5 phases of the narcissistic emotional abuse cycle.  Get the worksheet.  Get on the ETC Waitlist Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Facebook and Instagram Need help NOW? Purchase ETC Foundations Self Study Course 

Ep 172: What to Keep in Mind When Selecting a Counsellor for Yourself

January 21, 2020 23:40 - 13 minutes - 14.4 MB

I talk about couples counselling in episode 157 and why that often is ineffective in emotionally abusive relationships. In this episode I'm talking about what you need to look for if you are seeking to work with a therapist to help you navigate your relationship dynamics.  Join ETC Program Waitlist Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook  Join the Awakening Women Community  Need help NOW? Purchase the ETC Foundations Self Study Course  

Ep 171: How to Handle the Silent Treatment

January 15, 2020 20:45 - 17 minutes - 18.3 MB

If your partner gives you the silent treatment and you're not sure how to handle it, tune in for my no BS answer in this episode.  Get on the ETC wait list Join our Community on Facebook  Need help NOW? Purchase the ETC Foundations Self Study Course 

Ep 170: When He Says You're Emotionally Abusive to Him

January 13, 2020 19:56 - 9 minutes - 9.78 MB

This is a big topic, but I wanted address this topic that was posted in the Awakening Women Support Facebook community. In this episode Learn: What is behind this behaviour and why he does this A canned response you can use in response to this to stay on topic A question to ask yourself as an opportunity for inner inquiry and your own personal growth Join the ETC Wait list  Need help NOW? Purchase the ETC Foundations Self Study course 

Ep 168: Is He Abusive Intentionally?

January 09, 2020 02:07 - 17 minutes - 18.5 MB

You might be asking yourself if the behaviors and things your partner does are to intentionally hurt you. In this episode I dive deeper into what I believe Is going on, and the one thing you must keep in mind no matter if he's behaving intentionally, or not.  Sign up for OYP Boot Camp Join the AW Facebook Group Need help NOW? Purchase the ETC Foundations Self Study Course 

Ep 167: When You Don't Want Sex with Your Partner

January 02, 2020 14:00 - 26 minutes - 28.1 MB

Does the idea of having sex with your emotionally abusive partner make you want to run for the hills? Does being touched by him make your skin literally feel like it's crawling? Do you feel guilty because you feel this way? Does he guilt- trip or shame you because of your lack of desire? Do you force yourself to go there, even when your inner being and body screams NO?  Tune in to this episode to learn why this is completely normal in a toxic relationship, and 3 steps you need to take to p...

Ep 166: Stop Abandoning Yourself

December 30, 2019 21:01 - 16 minutes - 17.8 MB

If you find yourself putting all of your time, energy and attention into your partner and relationship, and you yourself are feeling burned out, emotionally drained and full of anxiety and stress, this episode is for you.  Learn the one thing women in toxic relationships all have in common, and now to take your power back, and become healthy, happy and whole no matter what your partner is doing.  Join the ETC waitlist  Follow @awakeningwomensupport on Instagram and Facebook

Ep 165: When he says "You Can't Take a Joke"

December 26, 2019 14:00 - 8 minutes - 9.53 MB

When is a joke just a joke? And when is humor used to hide abuse? Listen to my answer, and 2 steps you can take to stop this behaviour from those in your life that use this tactic to hide their bad behaviour.  Join the ETC Waitlist Join the Awakening Women Support Community  Need help NOW? Purchase the ETC Foundations Course

Ep 164: How to Know if He's Really Changing

December 22, 2019 19:06 - 27 minutes - 27.1 MB

Maybe you've been here before in your relationship, where you finally have had enough of your partners behavior, abuse, neglect and careless treatment, and you tell him it's not going to work for you anymore. He then promises to change, or even says he'll go to counselling. But how can you know this time is any different than all those other times he promised to change? In this episode I share some key indicators of change, and how you can know if he's truly remorseful and motivated to do th...

Ep 163: Coping in a Narcissitic Relationship

December 12, 2019 14:00 - 27 minutes - 25.8 MB

You have already been told to "just leave". But what if you're not there yet? How do you cope and stay safe, sane and healthy if you are staying, for whatever the reason? In this episode, I'm sharing 6 tips for how to take care of yourself in the meantime, while you get clarity on what you need to do next.  Get on the ETC Waitlist   Apply for private coaching in 2020 Purchase the ETC Foundations Course 

Ep 162: 10 Self Care Tips for When You Hit the Emotional Wall

December 05, 2019 14:00 - 21 minutes - 25.7 MB

Have you hit 'the wall' emotionally as well as physically? In this episode I'm sharing 10 ways to care for yourself when you're feeling exhausted and emotionally emptied.  Get the End the Cycle Course  The 21 Day Adrenal Fatigue Reboot  Get on the waitlist for "Own Your Power" Video series  Apply for Coaching in 2020 

Ep 161: How to Use a Boundary Contract

December 03, 2019 21:33 - 11 minutes - 14 MB

As we anticipate the holidays and gatherings with family, I wanted to offer you a powerful "Boundary Contract" you can use to prepare a difficult person in your life for what you expect of him/her when you come together.  Use coupon code "AWAKENING" to receive $20 off of ETC for limited time. Get the self study ETC foundations course here Join our Facebook Community by searching "Awakeningwomensupport" in the Facebook search tab.     

Ep 160: Should You Give Him Another Chance?

November 28, 2019 02:32 - 16 minutes - 18 MB

In this episode I'm diving in to the things to consider if you're already mostly out the door, and are wondering if you want to give him another chance.  Learn the biggest telltale sign he can change, and a powerful question to ask yourself to gain further insight into staying or going.    Follow up on Instagram @awakeningwomensupport Get on the ETC 2020 Waitlist 

Ep 159: Financial Empowerment and Creating Your Own Income

November 14, 2019 09:00 - 17 minutes - 19.8 MB

In this episode we are talking about, money! I hear from so many women every day that want to work with me, or take the ETC program, and tell me they can't afford it. In this episode, I'm offering my advice on how to take some steps toward creating better financial health, even if you are experiencing financial abuse and control over the finances from a partner. 

Ep 159: Financial Abuse and Creating Your Own Income

November 14, 2019 09:00 - 17 minutes - 19.8 MB

In this episode we are talking about, money! I hear from so many women every day that want to work with me, or take the ETC program, and tell me they can't afford it. In this episode, I'm offering my advice on how to take some steps toward creating better financial health, even if you are experiencing financial abuse and control over the finances from a partner. 

Ep 158: Covert vs Overt Emotional Abuse

November 07, 2019 09:00 - 30 minutes - 36.3 MB

In this episode we're talking about how to identify covert (hidden) abuse so that you can take actions to set new boundaries and protect yourself, your health and your sanity.    Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @awakeningwomensupport  Join the Awakening Women Facebook Group here.   

Ep 158: Covert vs Overt Abuse

November 07, 2019 09:00 - 30 minutes - 36.3 MB

In this episode we're talking about how to identify covert (hidden) abuse so that you can take actions to set new boundaries and protect yourself, your health and your sanity.    Follow me on Facebook and Instagram @awakeningwomensupport  Join the Awakening Women Facebook Group here.   

Ep 157: Why Couples Counselling Won't Work in an Emotionally Abusive Relationship

November 01, 2019 23:53 - 27 minutes - 29.9 MB

Learn why I never advise couples counselling in narcissistic emotionally abusive relationships, and what I recommend instead if you find yourself in one of these relationships.  To find out more about working with me, visit my website leanneoaten.com or reach out to me on Instagram or Facebook @awakeningwomensupport and @leanneoaten Need help NOW? Purchase the ETC Foundations Self Study Course 

Ep 156: 5 Steps for Preparing to Leave a Toxic Relationship

October 31, 2019 08:00 - 11 minutes - 12.6 MB

In this addition we are talking about some considerations and things you need to be aware of as you plan to exit your toxic relationship. Leaving an abusive relationship isn't the same as leaving a relationship that is free of abuse. You need to make a plan of action, so here are my top 5 places to start.  Get the 3 Phases of Awakening to Emotional Abuse audio  Book and initial 1:1 session  Purchase the End the Cycle Course to learn more about the different types of abuse, how to respo...

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