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5 Toxic Traits I Developed Growing Up in an Emotionally Chaotic Home
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In this episode of You’re Not Crazy, we’re diving into five toxic traits that I developed from growing up in an emotionally chaotic home—and more importantly, how I'm working on them. If you’ve ever struggled with people-pleasing, overexplaining, or feeling responsible for everyone else’s emotions, this episode is for you.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
✨ Why recognizing and naming your emotions is a game-changer
✨ How to stop taking on responsibilities that aren’t yours and set boundaries instead
✨ Transforming negative self-talk into self-compassion
✨ Learning to trust your own voice instead of seeking constant external validation
✨ Breaking the habit of overexplaining and embracing confident communication
This episode is packed with practical tips and personal insights. Tune in now and take the next step toward living life on your terms.
🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a 5 star review, and share this episode with someone who needs it!
Download my free guide, 5 Quick Tips for Managing Intense Moments with a BPD or NPD Parent: confidentboundaries.com/guide
Learn more about the Confident Boundaries Online Community: confidentboundaries.com/join
Follow me on Instagram:
instagram.com/toriewiksell
Torie Wiksell is a therapist and coach who specializes in working with the adult children of parents with borderline and narcissistic personality disorders. Torie brings a unique perspective having spent years working with clients with personality disorders and growing up with a mother with BPD. Torie provides online therapy to clients located in WA, OR, and CA, and online coaching internationally.
Disclaimer: This podcast is not therapy. If you are in mental health crisis, please contact the Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988.
You're Not Crazy is a podcast owned and produced by Torie Wiksell and Confident Boundaries, LLC.
29 episoder
Manage episode 461013894 series 3589271
In this episode of You’re Not Crazy, we’re diving into five toxic traits that I developed from growing up in an emotionally chaotic home—and more importantly, how I'm working on them. If you’ve ever struggled with people-pleasing, overexplaining, or feeling responsible for everyone else’s emotions, this episode is for you.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
✨ Why recognizing and naming your emotions is a game-changer
✨ How to stop taking on responsibilities that aren’t yours and set boundaries instead
✨ Transforming negative self-talk into self-compassion
✨ Learning to trust your own voice instead of seeking constant external validation
✨ Breaking the habit of overexplaining and embracing confident communication
This episode is packed with practical tips and personal insights. Tune in now and take the next step toward living life on your terms.
🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a 5 star review, and share this episode with someone who needs it!
Download my free guide, 5 Quick Tips for Managing Intense Moments with a BPD or NPD Parent: confidentboundaries.com/guide
Learn more about the Confident Boundaries Online Community: confidentboundaries.com/join
Follow me on Instagram:
instagram.com/toriewiksell
Torie Wiksell is a therapist and coach who specializes in working with the adult children of parents with borderline and narcissistic personality disorders. Torie brings a unique perspective having spent years working with clients with personality disorders and growing up with a mother with BPD. Torie provides online therapy to clients located in WA, OR, and CA, and online coaching internationally.
Disclaimer: This podcast is not therapy. If you are in mental health crisis, please contact the Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988.
You're Not Crazy is a podcast owned and produced by Torie Wiksell and Confident Boundaries, LLC.
29 episoder
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×1 You Need to Be the Villain in Your Toxic Parent's Story in Order to Take Back Control of Your Life and Heal 20:10
1 5 Toxic Traits I Developed Growing Up in an Emotionally Chaotic Home 16:49
1 Overcoming a Fear of Abandonment After Growing Up with a Borderline or Narcissistic Parent 17:55
1 This Year Was All About Growth: What I'm Most Proud of and What I’m Focusing on in 2025 22:08
1 My Last Minute Game Plan for Surviving the Holidays with a Dysfunctional Family 18:34
1 Breaking Cycles and Building Connections 17:48
1 When “Perfect” Isn’t Perfect: Unmasking a Narcissistic Mom 22:15
1 Navigating Holiday Family Dynamics: Setting Boundaries and Choosing Yourself 19:17
1 The Key to Long-Term Peace & Happiness is...Stress 13:09
1 Deciding Whether to Set Boundaries or Go No-Contact with Your Toxic Parent 21:44
1 Stop Being Vulnerable with Your BPD/NPD Parent 17:48
1 How to Get Unstuck When All Your Options Suck 18:30
1 Becoming a Parent Myself Has Made Me Less Sympathetic to My Own Mom 22:44
1 Being Kind to Yourself is Hard When You Grow Up with Emotionally Unpredictable Parents 14:13
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