Episodes
Join us today with special guest Bre Wolta who is a Relationship Clarity Coach, and began "Lucid Living" after her own difficult journey with a toxic narcissist. In today's episode, Bre will highlight the 3 elements women need in their life when healing from narcissistic abuse to go from feeling confused and full of guilt to confident and deserving of a healthy relationship. Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow ...
Published 11/23/24
Join Lizzie and Deana as they address the challenges faced during the holiday season, particularly for those in abusive relationships, those who are separated, and those with blended families. We discuss the increase in domestic violence during the holidays, the importance of emotional and physical safety, and how to help your children during the stressful transition of separate homes during the holiday season. Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! Thematadoras@...
Published 11/15/24
Ever thought about the role an abuser's friends and family play in the cycle of harm? Join us with returning guests Tiffany and Alexis as they reveal their powerful stories of re-victimization—not just from the abuser, but from those who stood by their side.Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTube, Tik Tok, and Instagram @thematadorasWe would love to have you join us on our public FB group; Women of Faith; Breaking Fre...
Published 11/07/24
Join us today for Jen's story. Jen is a highly accomplished, ultra bright PH.D educator who fell for a Narc. Her message to you is that it doesn't matter how smart or educated you are....we all have vulnerabilities! Oh, and stick around for the SURPRISE REVEAL at the end!!!Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTube, Tik Tok, and Instagram @thematadorasWe would love to have you join us on our publi...
Published 10/31/24
What gives you value? What makes you feel proud of yourself? What do you do that makes you feel confident? What actions in your life cause you to hate who you are? Are there areas in your life that rob you of becoming your ideal self?Join Lizzie and Deana for some thoughtful musings about becoming the best version of yourself, versus giving in to your lower nature. Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and fol...
Published 10/16/24
Join Lizzie and I with our special guest Trish from "The TLC". Trish shares her story about being in an abusive relationship, and having to plan her exit for years in order to leave safely, and with the ability to support herself & her family. After leaving, Trish started her new life and a valuable mission helping women start their own businesses after leaving a toxic relationship. Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected]...
Published 09/29/24
Today we are featuring special guest Andre Paradis! Andre is a former professional dancer, and worked with top names such as Michael Jackson, Prince, and Paula Abdul.....Today, Andre is a sought after Relationship Coach, an NLP Coach, Author, Public Speaker, and Ordained Minister. We asked Andre about the WHY for attracting toxic partners, and he had some very interesting things to say! http://www.projectequinox.net/*Join us for a LIVE, Free Q & A with Andre Monday...
Published 09/17/24
Lizzie and Deana chat about what they have been up to, special guests that have been on the show, and some exciting upcoming events for our listeners!Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTube, Tik Tok, and Instagram.We would love to have you join us on our public FB group; Women of Faith; Breaking Free From Toxic Relationships, or request to join our private FB group; The Matadoras.
Published 09/10/24
Join Lizzie and I to uncover Sally's riveting story of the Ex who did everything he could to isolate, dominate, and control her, even hiring a hit man posing as a landscaper, to end her life. After all of this horrible-ness, Sally is actually thankful for the experience, as she re-framed it, saw it for what it was, and used this as the foundation for a brand new life. Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTub...
Published 08/28/24
Today's special guest is Sam from SafeHeart Connections. Sam shares her deeply painful story of low self-esteem and vulnerability, which led her to continually choose unhealthy, abusive relationships. Join us for this beautiful tale of how we can all change our choices, and begin to embrace the beautiful, safe, loving path that waits for us. Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTube, Tik Tok, and Instag...
Published 08/17/24
Are you experiencing a high stress life? Do you crave sugary, fatty foods? Have you gained weight and nothing seems to help? Does your appetite feel out of control? Join Deana and Lizzie for this informative episode, that highlights tips and tricks to getting your body back into "rest and digest" mode, where the metabolism thrives. Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTube, Tik Tok, and Ins...
Published 08/09/24
Have you found yourself terrified at the thought of ever dating again? Do you avoid creating new relationships or friendships? Join Lizzie and Deana as they discuss Hyper-independence, which is the opposite of co-dependency, but can be just as devastating, causing isolation and loneliness. Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTube, Tik Tok, and Instagram.We would love to have you join us on our public...
Published 08/02/24
Have you ever been in a funk, and just wanted to stay in bed all day? Are you battling depression, and feeling exhausted, unmotivated, or sad?Lizzie & Deana offer some practical, and thoughtful tips on victoriously getting out of that rut and back to your life. Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTube, and Instagram.We would love to have you join us on our FB group; Women of Faith; Breaking Free From Tox...
Published 07/25/24
Isn't there enough hate in this country?? In this episode, Deana and Lizzie passionately discuss the changes that have taken place in our country..... and how the media is like a narcissistic partner, and we-the-people are its supply. Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTube, and Instagram.We would love to have you join us on our FB group; Women of Faith; Breaking Free From Toxic Relationships
Published 07/18/24
Join Deana and Lizzie in another WRCC (Women's Relief Comedy Club) episode where women send us their "You might be in a toxic relationship" stories that are sure to make you giggle, or at least relate! Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTube, and Instagram.We would love to have you join us on our FB group; Women of Faith; Breaking Free From Toxic Relationships
Published 07/12/24
Are you burned out? Do you drag yourself to work each day? Are you battling exhaustion, the feeling that you don't care, being out of control, or overwhelmed? Or, do you have a narcissistic boss? In this episode Lizzie & I share our stories of burnout in the workplace, and how it can creep up at home too. Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTube, and Instagram.We would love to have you ...
Published 07/05/24
Have you found yourself lashing out at your significant other? Screaming, swearing, out of control, or even striking them? Does this make YOU the abuser? Today, Lizzie and Deana discuss reactive abuse, along with special guest, Tiffany. Reactive abuse can have you questioning if you really are the problem!Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTube, and Instagram.We would love to have you joi...
Published 06/29/24
You've put up with the shame, betrayal, manipulation, and lies....and now he has an entire support system?? Not only that, but they are pointing their irritating fingers in your direction. UGH! Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTube, and Instagram.We would love to have you join us on our FB group; Women of Faith; Breaking Free From Toxic Relationships
Published 06/21/24
Join Deana and Lizzie for a riveting episode where their kids talk openly about what it was like to grow up with a dysfunctional, narcissistic parent, and a "too tolerant" parent. Should the tolerant parent have stayed in the relationship for the sake of the children?? What do the kids think??Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTube, and Instagram.We would love to have you join us on our FB group; Wo...
Published 06/06/24
We all need a break from the difficulties of life, right?? Join us for our 3rd Happy Hour episode (renamed to Women's Recovery Comedy Club-WRCC). In this hilarious episode, Deana and Lizzie discuss some of the bizarre and laugh out loud things that their ex's have done, including one who tried to tempt Lizzie back with a picture of a Jewelry Mart in the strip mall. Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on You...
Published 05/29/24
Have you ever wondered how your choices in a toxic relationship will impact your children? Today Lizzie candidly shares the guilt that she has endured after realizing the pain caused by her ex's, and how it has affected her now grown children. Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTube, and Instagram.We would love to have you join us on our FB group; Women of Faith; Breaking Free From Toxic Relationships
Published 05/20/24
Deana & Lizzie discuss the tragic, unfolding story of Mica Miller, her apparent suicide, possible grooming and domestic abuse, and what WE can do to STOP the future Mica Miller tragedies in our own circles of family & friends. Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTube, and Instagram.We would love to have you join us on our FB group; Women of Faith; Breaking Free From Toxic Relationships
Published 05/10/24
Deana and Lizzie host a special guest, Alexis, as she tells the story of her significant other who convinced her that a gang was controlling him and threatening their family. This gang would harm her, unless she did unthinkable things to appease them. Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTube, and Instagram.We would love to have you join us on our FB group; Women of Faith; Breaking Free From Toxic Relationships
Published 05/02/24
Deana discusses hers and others experiences with covert (silent) bullying at work, and how it leaves the victim feeling confused, demeaned, targeted, and like a total failure. If this bullying continues, the end result is cognitive dissonance and extreme confusion, depression and anxiety in the workplace. Check out our website! Thematadoras.comDrop us a line, anytime! [email protected] and follow us on YouTube, and Instagram.We would love to have you join ...
Published 04/26/24