Today I am sharing a podcast episode from Sh!t Creek Survivors. I was recently on as a guest to talk about the impacts of narcissism. If you are a fan of my podcast, then you've heard a lot of this before, but maybe not as one story, reaching from my childhood to now. Cam is a great interviewer, and I think there is a lot of value in this episode. While recording, I realised that we might have more in common than I thought - so I reached out to Cam to see if he'd be a guest on an upcoming episode to tell his story of coercion. He agreed, so stay tuned for that one in the next month or so. Thanks for listening, and here are the shownotes from Cam's pod to give you more context, and contacts for him as well: Narcissistic abuse can leave lasting emotional wounds that impact your self-esteem, relationships, and mental health. In this episode of Sh!t Creek Survivors, somatic coach and survivor Allie Treen opens up about her experiences growing up with a covert narcissistic mother and how it shaped her identity and emotional wellbeing.We dive deep into what narcissism really is, the different types of narcissists, and how manipulation, gaslighting, and control can distort perception and create PTSD and trauma.Allie shares her journey toward healing, including practical strategies like gray rocking, inner child work, somatic therapy, and boundary setting. She also discusses how to rebuild self-worth, recognize healthy love, and reclaim your identity after emotional abuse.If you’ve experienced narcissistic abuse in any form—whether from a parent, partner, friend, or colleague—this episode provides insight, validation, and actionable tools for recovery. Key Topicsnarcissistic abuse, narcissism, covert narcissist, narcissistic parent, toxic relationships, emotional abuse, gaslighting, trauma healing, PTSD recovery, complex PTSD, healing from narcissistic abuse, narcissistic abuse survivor, somatic healing, somatic therapy, inner child healing, gray rock method, boundary setting, self love after trauma, rebuilding self worth, mental healthEpisode Chapters 00:00 – Introduction 00:16 – Meet Allie Treen: Somatic coach and survivor 01:07 – How narcissism affects identity and development 01:47 – Types of narcissists: covert vs grandiose 02:42 – Control tactics and manipulation 03:20 – Narcissistic rage and emotional volatility 04:33 – Making yourself smaller in toxic relationships 05:29 – Gaslighting and self-doubt 08:28 – Gray Rock strategy 17:14 – Healing through somatic awareness 26:48 – Inner child work and self-love 32:33 – Recognizing healthy love and self-worth 44:39 – Letting go and emotional surrender 55:11 – Facing fears and trauma retraining 84:18 – Learning to love yourself 85:10 – Final message of hopeBooks / Tools: Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender – David R. HawkinsThought Reform and the Psychology of Totalism – Robert Jay LiftonThe Sedona Method – Hale DwoskinConnect With Allie Treen: Website: https://practicalsomatic.comPodcast: Not to Make This About Me But… – https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/not-to-make-this-about-me-but--5987204 (also available on all major platforms)TikTok & Instagram: @practicalsomaticEmail: hi.glimmerandbloom@gmail.comConnect With Sh!t Creek Survivors: Website: https://shitcreeksurvivors.comEmail: shitcreeksurvivorspodcast@gmail.comPhone: 314-650-3132Facebook: SHT Creek SurvivorsResources Mentioned / Links If you have questions, thoughts, or topics you’d like covered, you can use the contact form on practicalsomatic.com/podcast. If you — or someone you know — is interested in further resources, somatic coaching with me, or advice and guidance (sounding board sessions) to support healing after narcissistic or coercive abuse, you can find more information at practicalsomatic.com. If this episode resonates, rating or reviewing the podcast helps it reach people who are still trying to make sense of their experience. Thanks!
