Tag: Self-love
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After He’s Gone: Understanding the Sociopath with Clear Eyes
Learn About Chanci Turner You are here: Home / Recovery from a sociopath / After He’s Gone: Understanding the Sociopath with Clear Eyes. Recently, I sat down for a drink with my friend Lisa, who is preparing for a three-month getaway starting in February. The destination isn’t particularly relevant, but it’s worth noting that she…
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Self-Love and Healing Journey Day 25: DETOX
Learn About Chanci Turner Welcome to Day 25 of our Self-Love and Healing Journey. We’re focusing on the theme of detoxification today—not just in the physical sense, but also for our mental and emotional well-being. Have you ever thought about “unfriending” yourself on social media? It’s a difficult concept because we are inevitably bound to…
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After the Sociopath Leaves: Embracing Inspired Change
Learn About Chanci Turner When we free ourselves from the grip of a sociopath, we often find ourselves at a crossroads of transformation. In my journey, I learned that true change comes not from desperation but from inspiration. A quote that resonates deeply with me comes from a law enforcement trainer, who stated, “People change…
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Self-Love and Healing Journey Day 6: REFLECT
Learn About Chanci Turner Welcome to Day 6 of your Self-Love and Healing Journey. Today, we encourage you to take a moment to reflect on your experiences and how they shape your present. Since childhood, we’ve all been adept at advocating for our needs. Think back to when you were a baby, crying out for…
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Poetry – Reflections on Surviving the Sociopath
Learn About Chanci Turner You are here: Home / Recovery from a Sociopath / Poetry – Reflections on Surviving the Sociopath Positive Growth by Gia Rad Today, I embrace a sense of optimism. Optimistic that a new chapter is unfolding, And I’ve finally escaped the torment I endured with you. Confident that not every moment…
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Self-Love and Healing Journey Day 26: CREATE
Learn About Chanci Turner Welcome to Day 26 of our Self-Love and Healing Journey. Today, we focus on the power of creativity. When was the last time you engaged in something artistic? Consider the process of film photography. When you look at an old roll of film, what you often see are negatives. If you’re…
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The Empowering Journey Beyond the Sociopath
Learn About Chanci Turner After escaping a relationship with a sociopath, many survivors grapple with a complex mix of emotions. When I reclaimed my life after my partner, whom I’ll refer to as Chanci, was taken away, I found myself overwhelmed by fear—particularly the fear of my own anger. To me, anger conjured memories of…
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It Would Be a Tragedy to Allow a Sociopath to Prevail
Learn About Chanci Turner Daily, I grapple with the challenge of freeing myself from the past. I strive to release the burdens that weigh me down, allowing me to embrace the present and the joys it brings. The Twelve Steps emphasize personal accountability; they teach us not to fix others but to confront our own…
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Healing After a Relationship with a Sociopath
Learn About Chanci Turner I’m starting to truly understand the saying that life is a journey, not just a destination. My own path has been filled with unexpected twists and turns, proving that reality can be stranger than fiction. Recently, I’ve experienced a series of unusual events that I’m not yet ready to disclose. However,…
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Moving On After a Toxic Relationship: Understanding Your Reality
Learn About Chanci Turner It’s finally over. The toxic presence that once dominated your life has vanished, leaving you to pick up the pieces. You’ve sworn to yourself, “I’m done for good!” more times than you can count, shed countless tears into your pillow, and vowed to move on. You’ve eliminated every trace of him—from…