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Surviving Toxic Relationships Podcast with The Matadoras

Elizabeth Jane and Deana Lynn
Narcissistic Abuse
Toxic Relationships
Emotional Abuse
Mental Health
Emotional Healing
Domestic Violence
Gaslighting
Narcissism
Self-Care
Grief
Boundaries
Financial Abuse
Self-Love
Healing
Manipulation
Support Systems
Trauma Bonding
Family Dynamics
Faith
Childhood Trauma

Surviving Toxic Relationships is a faith based podcast for women who are ready to break free from toxic, emotionally abusive, or narcissistic relationships and step into healing, clarity, and truth.

Deana and Lizzie are two women whose lives unexpectedly crossed when they were married to the SAME manipulative, cheating, financially abusive partner.

Their combined passion is to provide women wi... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes109Founded2 years ago
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David Nassif
Author of The One Page Wealth Compass
Self-employed / Author
Episode: Episode #107: Fired at 63, Millionaire by 69 The Financial Comeback Every Woman Needs to Hear
Suzanne Skolian
Financial coach, head coach of Grace Financial Coaching
Grace Financial Coaching
Episode: Episode #106: Leaving Financial Abuse: What Women Need to Know Before Starting Over
Dr. Debi Silber
Founder and CEO of the PBT Institute; world-leading expert in betrayal recovery
PBT Institute
Episode: Episode #103: The 5 Stages of Betrayal Recovery (Why You Still Feel Stuck & How to Heal) Dr. Debi Silber
Zulma Williams
Licensed clinical social worker; founder of Dragonfly Therapy Services; trauma, anxiety and depression specialist; breast cancer survivor; podcaster
Dragonfly Therapy Services
Episode: Episode #102: I Didn’t Know It Was Abuse… |Therapist Explains Hidden Signs of Toxic Relationships
Eva Marie Everson
Author and speaker; CEO of Word Weavers International; Director of Florida Christian Writers Conference
Word Weavers International
Episode: Episode #100: Letting Go Without Going Back: Forgiveness, Boundaries & Healing | Eva Marie Everson
Diane McDowell
Therapist and creator of the Brain to Heart Code, neuroscience-backed method for emotional safety
Brain to Heart Code
Episode: Episode #99: Brain Hijack in Relationships; Why You Feel Unsafe in Love (Even When You’re Not) | Diane McDowell
Ashana Kaiulani
Trauma support specialist and reclamation coach
Way Home Wellness
Episode: Episode #98: How Toxic Relationships Make You Feel Unlovable (And How to Heal) | Ashana Kaiulani
Barb Nangle
Boundaries coach, speaker, and CEO of Higher Power Coaching and Consulting, LLC; host of Fragmented to Whole
Higher Power Coaching and Consulting, LLC; Fragmented to Whole podcast
Episode: Episode #97: The Nice Guy Trap | Barb Nangle on Codependency, Boundaries, and Healthy Love
Larry Brandt
Navy chaplain, combat veteran, board-certified chaplain with PTSD and moral injury expertise
Military, Navy, VA clinical pastoral education
Episode: Episode #96: Moral Injury Explained | How Trauma, Abuse, and Faith Collide (Dr. Larry Brant)

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Deana
Co‑host of Surviving Toxic Relationships Podcast; experienced in guiding discussions on abuse, boundaries, and healing within a faith context
Lizzie
Co‑host bringing personal insight and empathetic interviewing, focusing on trauma recovery and spiritual discernment

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • Powerful Podcast

    Deana and Lizzie are wonderful hosts! I love the natural flowing conversations they have with the guests and the passion they have for spreading awareness from experience, wisdom and a faith-based perspective. I hope their podcast continues for years to come as it is a great resource for those in or leaving toxic relationships.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heather Justice
    United Statesa month ago
  • Excellent!

    Deana & Lizzie are awesome hosts who don’t shy away from being vulnerable and truly want to bring awareness to the world about abusive relationships. It was an honor to be your guest!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Swearing Therapist
    United States3 months ago
  • Fantastic experience

    These two women are wonderful to talk to and share stories. I am a writer (Pretend They Are Dead)and they both were engaging and easy to talk to about difficult subject. Recommend highly…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steve Eichenblatt
    United States6 months ago
  • Love these Ladies!!!

    I absolutely adore these ladies- How bless to have the opportunity to share and meet them-the kind of podcast hosts every guest hopes for—warm, fun, deeply interested, and brilliantly curious. they made the process effortless. Their questions were thoughtful and original, drawing out more stories and insights. The conversation flowed naturally, openly, with humor, professionalism and heart! Thank u ladies x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hilarympowers!
    United States7 months ago
  • What a relief it is

    To know that I’m not crazy or alone and how to heal thank you ladies

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Believerhealing
    United Statesa year ago

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Episode #106: Leaving Financial Abuse: What Women Need to Know Before Starting Over
Q: What steps help build an emergency fund when leaving an abuser?
Start small with frequent, incremental savings, and if possible, sit with a banker to set up an emergency account; automate savings to ensure it happens consistently.
Episode #106: Leaving Financial Abuse: What Women Need to Know Before Starting Over
Q: How can someone create a realistic budget to cover essential expenses in these situations?
Focus on immediate safety, then list fixed costs like mortgage or rent and utilities, document ongoing expenses, and plan for both expected and emergency costs; use tools and apps to track everything, and consider opening a separate emergency account if possible.
Episode #100: Letting Go Without Going Back: Forgiveness, Boundaries & Healing | Eva Marie Everson
Q: How do you forgive someone who deeply hurts you without reopening the door to more pain?
Forgiveness can happen without reconciliation; it involves letting go of bitterness while choosing to protect yourself from further harm, and recognizing that some relationships are not safe to re-enter, even as you forgive.
Episode #93: When Intimacy Disappears: The Hidden Sign You’re in a Toxic Relationship. Dr Jordin Wiggins
Q: Is self-publishing a dead end for future publishing opportunities, or can it still work as a stepping stone?
Self-publishing isn't necessarily a barrier to future publishing; it creates a public record of sales, which can be weighed by publishers, but it's not the sole determinant—publishers look at overall fit, platform, and market potential, and hybrid options may offer a better balance.
Episode #93: When Intimacy Disappears: The Hidden Sign You’re in a Toxic Relationship. Dr Jordin Wiggins
Q: What should be the first, second, and perhaps third steps for someone who really wants to write a book in midlife?
Start with a solid book proposal, then read the author's blog to absorb ongoing guidance, and finally obtain the book itself and begin implementing a marketing plan, using resources like the book and the author's blog to stay anchored and motivated.

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2. Suzanne Skolian
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4. Zulma Williams
5. Eva Marie Everson
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