Escaping Narcissistic Abuse and Healing Past Trauma with Diane McNaught

Breakfast of Choices

Welcome to another episode of Breakfast of Choices. Today, I'm honored to be joined by my guest, Diane McNaught. Diane and I connected on Facebook, and I'm excited to have her here to share her journey with us. As we dive into her story, she opens up about her childhood experiences, including growing up with a father who struggled with alcoholism. Diane also shares the emotional detachment she felt from her mother, which left her feeling alone. Despite these challenges, Diane proactively sought help through Al-Anon meetings in her 20s, demonstrating her resilience and desire to understand her family dynamics at a young age.
Diane's journey continued as she moved to Southern California, where she pursued her nursing career. It was during this time that she found herself in a tumultuous relationship with a narcissistic partner. Diane bravely recounts the emotional, verbal, and even physical abuse she endured, and the courage it took to finally leave that situation for the sake of her young son.
Diane's healing journey has been a winding path, as she's explored various therapies and modalities. She's also had to navigate the added challenge of a cancer diagnosis in 2020, which further tested her resilience. Through it all, Diane has found solace in support groups and the guidance of a cancer coach, who has helped her manage the stress and anxiety that often accompany such a diagnosis.
Throughout our conversation, Diane and I discuss the importance of self-compassion, progress over perfection, and the power of connection in the healing process. I'm grateful to Diane for sharing her journey with us today, and I'm excited to see what the future holds for her as she continues to pursue her passions and find new ways to support and empower others. Stay tuned for more inspiring stories on Breakfast of Choices.
Check out Diane's Children's Books:

Stella's Stunts (Penny The Pittie): McNaught, Diane: 9798325271212: Amazon.com: Books

From Rock Bottom to Rock Solid.
We all have them...every single day, we wake up, we have the chance to make new choices.
We have the power to make our own daily, "Breakfast of Choices"
Resources and ways to connect:

Facebook: Jo Summers
Instagram: @Summersjol
Facebook Support: Chance For Change Women’s circle

Website: Breakfastofchoices.com

Urbanedencmty.com (Oklahoma Addiction and Recovery Resources) Treatment, Sober Living, Meetings. Shout out to the founder, of this phenomenal website... Kristy Da Rosa!

National suicide prevention and crisis, hotline number 988
National domestic violence hotline:
800–799–7233
National hotline for substance abuse, and addiction:
844–289–0879
National mental health hotline:
866–903–3787
National child health and child abuse hotline:
800–422-4453 (1.800.4.A.CHILD)
CoDa.org
12. Step recovery program for codependency.

National Gambling Hotline [phone]

अध्यायों

1. Escaping Narcissistic Abuse and Healing Past Trauma with Diane McNaught (00:00:00)

2. From Rock Bottom to Rock Solid (00:00:07)

3. Parental Dynamics and Self-Reflection (00:11:33)

4. Breaking the Cycle of Abuse (00:17:11)

5. Understanding Toxic Relationships and Healing (00:27:33)

6. The Healing Journey (00:33:48)

7. Navigating Life After Cancer (00:39:33)

8. Embracing Change and Pursuing Dreams (00:49:42)

9. Launching an Elderly Care Podcast (00:54:05)

10. Overcoming Struggles and Pursuing Passion (00:58:39)

11. Healing Through Sharing Transformational Stories (01:08:08)