Support, Protect, Empower - The Project Purpose Podcast

What I Learned the Hard Way by Surviving Narcissistic Abuse and Focusing on Healing

What I Learned the Hard Way by Surviving Narcissistic Abuse and Focusing on HealingThe bitter pill about abuse is that it doesn't happen in a vacuum.Chances are, if you grew up normalizing abusive behaviour you will attract this behaviour in the relationships and friendships that you have, as well. Mostly because we normalize and are desensitized to the cues that signal abusive behaviour or bad intentions, given the environments we are familiar with. This was the case for me, as I dealt with breaking ties not only with my family, but in my personal and professional network as well.Healing enables us to break the patterns and the cycles of abusive, if we focus on doing better when we know better, and prioritize our own healing.Do you have any questions? Send us an email: inquiries@spe-projectpurpose.com#narcissisticabuse #healing #breakthecycle #breakthesilence 0:00 - 1:30 - Introduction1:30 - 15:30 What I Learned the Hard Way15:30 - Wrap Up*RESOURCES*For all topics related to renewing and rebuilding family, communities and relationships, check out our blogs! We post bi-weekly:https://www.spe-projectpurpose.com/blogsMake sure to come visit us, subscribe to the website, and join our Member's Area for more valuable content:*SOCIALS*Website: www.spe-projectpurpose.com Facebook Page: @ProjectPurposeSPEInstagram: @ProjectPurposeSPE or my personal account @realistraeTwitter: @Purpose_SPEPinterest: @ProjectPurposeSPE

Breaking Free: My No Contact Journey After 5 Years of Cutting Toxic Family Ties

Breaking Free: My No Contact Journey After 5 Years of Cutting Toxic Family TiesExactly 5.5 years ago, I went no contact and cut all ties with my immediate and extended family.It was a hard choice but ultimately, the best choice I could have made to support not only my mental well-being but also mitigate and manage the increasing threat I felt to my physical safety. Rather than treat the subject as taboo, I want to really be transparent about the process. There are a lot of people (women, children, and men alike), who suffer abuse that becomes increasingly violent because the complicit silence from their communities means there is no consequence or accountability for the abuse and mistreatment. In Canada, there are approximately 100 to 187 victims of intimate partner homicide and 187 victims of family homicide each year, according to recent data (Statistics Canada), the majority being women and children. My story not only involved family abuse but also translated as abusive treatment from the mentor that I had at the time.Given my career path and academic background, I had the privilege that many women do not and I was able to start from scratch and build a life that I love, abroad. But there were some challenging years, first... and a lot of inner conflict. So I would like to take the opportunity and speak to those who are going through their own storms... in hopes that they have the courage to maintain alignment, and not go back to abusive and unsafe situations... or to take that leap, and leave them once and for all.Do you have any questions? Send us an email: inquiries@spe-projectpurpose.com#familyabuse #domesticviolenceawareness #innerconflict #healing 0:00 - 1:30 - Introduction1:30 - 16:30 5 Years of Going No Contact16:30 - Wrap Up*RESOURCES*For all topics related to renewing and rebuilding family, communities and relationships, check out our blogs! We post bi-weekly:https://www.spe-projectpurpose.com/blogsMake sure to come visit us, subscribe to the website, and join our Member's Area for more valuable content:*SOCIALS*Website: www.spe-projectpurpose.com Facebook Page: @ProjectPurposeSPEInstagram: @ProjectPurposeSPE or my personal account @realistraeTwitter: @Purpose_SPEPinterest: @ProjectPurposeSPE

3 Ways to Feel More Creative and Think More Creatively to find Inner Balance

3 Ways to Feel More Creative and Think More Creatively to find Inner BalanceCreativity is something we all have in common.Maybe not to the same extent, as not everyone holds creativity to an equal standing. Finding a creative outlet, regardless of what you typically do professionally or even personally, can be a great way to find balance, grounding and maintain a sense of personal wellness.Exercising that creativity muscle is beneficial, whether you're the next Picasso in the making, or good at making stick figures. In 2026, prioritize finding that creative outlet that gives you that sense of balance and recharge.Do you have any questions? Send us an email: inquiries@spe-projectpurpose.com#creativity #creator #balance #wellness 0:00 - 1:30 - Introduction1:30 - 11:30 3 Ways to Feel More Creative11:30 - Wrap Up*RESOURCES*For all topics related to renewing and rebuilding family, communities and relationships, check out our blogs! We post bi-weekly:https://www.spe-projectpurpose.com/blogsMake sure to come visit us, subscribe to the website, and join our Member's Area for more valuable content:*SOCIALS*Website: www.spe-projectpurpose.com Facebook Page: @ProjectPurposeSPEInstagram: @ProjectPurposeSPE or my personal account @realistraeTwitter: @Purpose_SPEPinterest: @ProjectPurposeSPE

3 Red Flags You Should Never Ignore When Someone Reacts to Your Boundaries In Every Stage & Phase

3 Red Flags You Should Never Ignore When Someone Reacts to Your Boundaries In Every Stage & PhaseHealing has no age limit. It's something we can start to do, regardless of the stage and phase we find ourselves in life.When we begin to heal, one of the natural effects of the process is becoming more in tune with our own sense of values, beliefs and convictions. As we discover our voice and what we believe in, we begin to find the language to articulate our thoughts, needs and desires. More importantly, we start to develop the confidence, and sometimes courage, to communicate our boundaries. How people respond and react to your boundaries tells you everything you need to know about how to position those people in your life.Here are 3 red flags you should never ignore when communicating your boundaries. In the most extreme of cases, paying attention to them can save your life.Do you have any questions? Send us an email: inquiries@spe-projectpurpose.com#healing #growth #courage #boundaries 0:00 - 1:30 - Introduction1:30 - 11:30 3 Red Flags You Should Never Ignore11:30 - Wrap Up*RESOURCES*For all topics related to renewing and rebuilding family, communities and relationships, check out our blogs! We post bi-weekly:https://www.spe-projectpurpose.com/blogsMake sure to come visit us, subscribe to the website, and join our Member's Area for more valuable content:*SOCIALS*Website: www.spe-projectpurpose.com Facebook Page: @ProjectPurposeSPEInstagram: @ProjectPurposeSPE or my personal account @realistraeTwitter: @Purpose_SPEPinterest: @ProjectPurposeSPE

Learning to Appreciate Those We Love by Matching their Energy and Showing Up

Learning to Appreciate Those We Love by Matching their Energy and Showing UpAs we all are getting ready for the Christmas season, however that translates for each of us, it's an important opportunity to talk about reciprocity.When we think about the holidays, we think about taking the time to show gratitude and thankfulness. It's an opportunity to reconnect and spend time with the people that we love.It's important to recognize that reciprocity is the single best way to ensure that the people you care about, feel care about by you. We can appreciate the things people say and do for us, but taking the time to reciprocate, to match their energy, is the only way to ensure they feel that appreciation and feel equally valued.Rather than approach the holiday season with entitlement or expectancy, let's focus on matching the energy of the people we want in our lives for the long haul.Do you have any questions? Send us an email: inquiries@spe-projectpurpose.com#reflection #growth #holidays #reciprocal 0:00 - 1:30 - Introduction1:30 - 11:30 Why Relationships Require Reciprocity11:30 - Wrap Up*RESOURCES*For all topics related to renewing and rebuilding family, communities and relationships, check out our blogs! We post bi-weekly:https://www.spe-projectpurpose.com/blogsMake sure to come visit us, subscribe to the website, and join our Member's Area for more valuable content:*SOCIALS*Website: www.spe-projectpurpose.com Facebook Page: @ProjectPurposeSPEInstagram: @ProjectPurposeSPE or my personal account @realistraeTwitter: @Purpose_SPEPinterest: @ProjectPurposeSPE