Let’s explore how seemingly minor slights and manipulations in relationships can accumulate to cause significant emotional harm. I hope you find this episode helpful!
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In this episode, Tony Overbay, a licensed marriage and family therapist, delves deep into the subtle yet severe world of emotional abuse. Whether you're dealing with a narcissistic partner, emotionally immature family members, or difficult work colleagues, this episode is full of relatable stories and practical advice to help you understand and navigate these treacherous waters.
We’ll discuss listener-submitted poems and limericks that perfectly capture the pain and frustration of enduring countless small but stinging slights. He also shares personal anecdotes and listener stories to illustrate how these seemingly minor offenses can pile up, causing significant emotional damage over time.
Discover invaluable strategies for maintaining your emotional health, such as self-compassion, differentiating yourself emotionally, and setting healthy boundaries. You'll also learn the importance of documenting patterns of behavior and trusting your gut feelings to reclaim your reality and foster your healing journey.
I hope this episode resonates with anyone feeling the persistent sting of emotional paper cuts. Subscribe now and hit the notification bell to never miss an episode.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction & Acknowledgements
01:03 Listener's Poem: The Thousand Little Paper Cuts
02:10 Exploring the Concept of Emotional Cuts
02:30 Host Introduction & Podcast Overview
04:33 The Free Throw Analogy: Preparation vs. Real Life
09:51 Applying the Four Pillars in Relationships
19:48 Real-Life Examples of Emotional Cuts
24:41 Roommate Frustrations & Financial Manipulation
25:41 Co-Parenting Challenges
26:19 Family Events & Emotional Immaturity
36:07 Professional Sabotage & Workplace Dynamics
39:32 Phone Surveillance & Privacy Invasion
42:04 Achievement Diminishment & Weaponized Routines
46:50 Concluding Thoughts & Self-Compassion
