Have you ever found yourself in an unhealthy, toxic relationship time and time again where you've had to "tiptoe or "walk on eggshells" around someone? It's not fun, but often times you may not even realize you're having to do that until you've either stepped away from that relationship, or someone else has made you aware of it. In this episode, Trisha talks to life coach, Marie Cook, about how to recognize and overcome narcissistic relationships so you can live a happier and healthier life. Not only does Marie teach you red flags to look out for, she offers her thoughts on how to best protect yourself right now and gives future steps you can take to prevent that seemingly never-ending cycle of toxic relationships.

Marie is a diversity of thought advocate who is passionate about helping people live authentically. As a survivor of narcissistic abuse, she has made it her mission to shed light on narcissism in society and in relationships. She is a military wife, a mama bear, and host of The Cook Coterie Podcast.

Takeaways from today's episode:

• Gray Rocking Method- a strategy used to cope with narcissists who manipulate and abuse

• When in a relationship, "Recognize and analyze the signs your body is giving you."`Marie Cook

• Marie's Billboard Message: Have you loved yourself lately?

Connect with Marie on Instagram @marieelliscook.

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If you’d like to be on the show, email us at abetterlifepodcast@gmail.com.

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Trisha: @wander_womantr

Estelle: @estellecfitness