Navigating No Contact: Applying the Theory of Change Model
Explore how the Theory of Change Model applies to overcoming narcissistic abuse and scapegoating in dysfunctional families. Learn strategies for denial, action, and maintenance phases to achieve lasting healing and authenticity.
Navigating No Contact with Narcissistic Family
Discover the process of going no contact with narcissistic family members, including abuse cycles, shadow integration, and radical acceptance. Learn recovery strategies like the gray rock method and reframing limiting beliefs for scapegoats healing from emotional trauma.
Gray Rock Method: An Effective Strategy
Blake dives into the 10th strategy from his 20-part series—the Gray Rock Method. Learn how this approach helps you stay neutral and uninterested when dealing with narcissists, potentially reducing your role as a target for their narcissistic supply. Although not a perfect solution, the Gray Rock Method is a valuable tool for protecting yourself and reclaiming your peace.
Unmasking the Communal Narcissistic Mother
Explore the hidden dynamics of communal narcissistic mothers who project a perfect image while being emotionally unavailable at home. Learn about malignant normalcy, forced harmony, gaslighting, and scapegoat challenges. Discover recovery tools like differentiation, boundary setting, and protective auras for healing from narcissistic abuse in family systems.
Understanding Bowen Family Therapy and Narcissistic Abuse Recovery
This video focuses on key principles such as differentiation of self, triangulation, emotional cutoffs, and multi-generational transmission process. Blake explains how these concepts are vital for understanding and managing dysfunctional family dynamics, particularly in the context of narcissistic abuse and emotionally immature parents.
Understanding Scapegoat Recovery: An In-Depth Module on Narcissistic Family Dynamics
This episode will highlight one module of his free online course, focusing on the 'upper right' quadrant of Ken Wilber's integral theory. Learn about the physical manifestations of trauma, setting boundaries, and emotional regulation, and explore how trauma localizes in the body. Gain insights from renowned authors and practical guidance on overcoming childhood trauma and emotional immaturity in narcissistic family systems.
Exploring Relationship Dynamics Through the Gottman Method
Discover how childhood emotional neglect impacts adult relationships, leading to trust issues, gridlock, and projection. Registered therapist Blake Anderson explores Gottman Method strategies for self-soothing, inner child work, and building secure attachments to foster healthier partnerships.
Why Siblings Gang Up on the Scapegoat in Narcissistic Families
Discover the scapegoat role in narcissistic family dynamics, why siblings often align against you, the impact of disenfranchised grief, and practical strategies for healing like boundary-setting and self-compassion. Gain insights from experts like Bowen and Vaknin.
Strategy #20: Stoicism, Natural Law, and Virtue Ethics in Scapegoat and Narcissistic Abuse Recovery
Final strategy #20 in narcissistic abuse recovery: apply stoic principles—natural law, virtue ethics (Aristotle/Seneca), balanced courage—to stay calm amid family storms, prevent reactive cycles, and accelerate complex PTSD healing.
Strategy #19: Emotional Regulation with Dysfunctional or Narcissistic Families in Scapegoat Recovery
Master strategy #19 for narcissistic abuse recovery: regulate emotions during limited contact with dysfunctional families using Jerry Wise's "pinging" concept, IFS mapping, somatic check-ins, and non-personalization to manage complex PTSD triggers.
Strategy #18: Communicating One Emotion at a Time with Emotionally Immature Parents in Scapegoat Recovery
Learn strategy #18 for narcissistic abuse recovery: discuss one emotion or issue with emotionally immature parents to manage expectations, avoid gaslighting, and preserve boundaries. Includes Lindsay Gibson insights, IFS journaling, and low-contact tips.
Therapy and Journaling for Scapegoat Recovery from Narcissistic or Emotionally Immature Parents
Discover strategy #17 for narcissistic abuse recovery: find therapists specializing in family dynamics and emotionally immature parents, plus journaling tips (bullet journals, dictation) to objectify trauma and build self-value. Advanced IFS prompts included.
Study Narcissism and Emotional Maturity: Strategy #13
Explore Strategy #13 in Blake Anderson's 20-tip series on narcissistic abuse recovery. Gain knowledge on emotional maturity vs narcissism through expert books, practical observation, journaling, and four-quadrant perspectives to combat scapegoating and gaslighting. Toronto therapist with 13+ years experience.
Embrace Philosophical Thinking in Narcissistic Abuse Recovery
Discover Strategy #12 in Blake Anderson's 20-tip series on narcissistic abuse recovery. Learn to think like a philosopher using first principles, epistemology, and core values of the good, true, and beautiful to combat gaslighting, self-doubt, and scapegoating. Ground yourself in reality testing for authentic healing.
Overcoming Narcissistic Abuse: Tip #15 – Inner Bonding Therapy
Heal from narcissistic abuse & scapegoating with Tip #15: Inner bonding therapy. Therapist Blake Anderson guides visualization to connect with your inner child, foster empathy, and rebuild safety. Free exercises for family trauma recovery.
Overcoming Narcissistic Abuse: Tip #14 – Value Your Physical Health
Recover from narcissistic abuse and scapegoating by valuing physical health. Therapist Blake Anderson shares Tip #14: Focus on nutrition, exercise, sleep, hydration, and social connections to boost energy, confidence, and immune resilience. Essential strategies for scapegoat survivors
Setting Boundaries with Narcissistic Family: Scapegoat Recovery Tip #1 – Strategies & Differentiation
Master boundaries in narcissistic abuse recovery with Tip #1 from Blake Anderson, RSW. Learn differentiation, challenges with narcissists, practical enforcement, and resources like Boundaries book & Dr. Ramani.
Navigating the Challenges of Limiting Contact with Toxic Family Members
Explore Tip #11 in narcissistic abuse and scapegoat recovery: When to consider low or no contact with toxic family. Blake Anderson, RSW, shares challenges, cycles of love bombing, boundaries, and views from experts like Lindsay Gibson & Sam Vaknin.
Crafting Your Personal Manifesto: A Roadmap to Intentional Living
Learn how to create your personal manifesto with Blake Anderson, RSW. Step-by-step guide to define your mission statement, core values, roles, light/dark energy, and 12-week goals for intentional living. Free worksheets included.
Healing from Family Scapegoating: Strategies for Going No Contact
Blake Anderson discusses the challenging role of being a scapegoat within a family dynamic and the impact of going no contact. He explores concepts from the book 'The Origins of You' which identifies wounds such as worthiness, belonging, prioritization, trust, and safety.