Trauma Twins

Trauma Twins | E14 Reframing Our Inner Dialogue

This week, the Twins discuss the power of our words and how our inner dialog shapes our reality... whether we realize it or not. The two flush out the steps we take in-order to observe our thoughts, make space for them without judgement, and ultimately neutralize them by reframing how we speak to ourselves.  The discussion circles around ideas from Abraham Hicks, Erkert Tolle, Ru Paul and even Cher to illustrate the necessity of understanding that every thought we have is a form of energy that directly influences the reality we create. And it all begins with us and our inner world.

Trauma Twins | E13 5 Types of Narcissists You Need to Know

Sarah and Dave explore 5 of the most common narcissistic styles including the grandiose, vulnerable or covert, malignant, communal, and self-righteous. Unpacking a bit about each of these discernable characteristics, you might be able to better understand the narcissistic personalities in your life... or yourself.  The Twins wrap up the week's episode with a discussion on why we often overlook the red flags leading to the topic of 'betrayal blindness' and how we over rationalize our feelings and behaviors when we find ourselves in a narcissistic relationship. In understanding potential wounds of shame and guilt we are potentially susceptible too, we can better give ourselves the love and grace we need to break away from these toxic bonds.

Trauma Twins | E12 Spot the Narcissist pt. 2

This week Dave opens with a message about bringing more empathy and balance to the way we see individuals who display narcissistic behaviors, while reaffirming that we cannot tolerate their toxic behavior. There are two sides to every encounter- and we need to remember that we are not victims and should own our truth in these relationship dynamics. Dave also includes an intimate moment when Sarah catches his self-critical inner voice when he tries to understand why didn't see the red flags earlier on. Then the Twins pick up the conversation on love bombing (on Trait #4: The Need to Control) as they explore different manipulation tactics narcissists use to dominate and control others. Listen in to hear about the final 4 traits that will always give away a narcissist in your life. Hope you enjoy!

Trauma Twins | E11 Spot the Narcissist pt. 1

The twins are going IN this week as they unpack Dave's recent dating history and his uncanny ability to find the nearest narcissist within a 5-mile radius! This episode is full of laughs as the two discuss what defines narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) and the 4 characteristics all narcissistic expressions share. Taking inspiration from Dr. Ramani and Kati Morton, the twins begin to walk through the "8 Common Traits of Narcissistic Behavior." Drawing from their childhood and recent experiences, Sarah gets Dave to open up about the red flags he keeps missing... or wantonly chooses to ignore.

Trauma Twins | E9 Who You Trying to Please?!

When you stop and think about why you do what you do… the way you do it, can you say it is truly reflective of who you are and what you believe?  This week, Dave and Sarah grapple with why we sometimes buy into the belief that love must be earned and why we find so much of our value and comfort in the cultural conditioning we are raised in.