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It’s Not Normal It’s Toxic: Rid Your Life of Toxic People

Dr. Heidi
It’s Not Normal It’s Toxic: Rid Your Life of Toxic People
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  • It’s Not Normal It’s Toxic: Rid Your Life of Toxic People

    Bonus Episode

    31/03/2026 | 57 mins.
    As you know I began a second podcast a few months ago so each of my shows can have a focused perspective. This podcast, It’s not normal it’s toxic is an educational resource for you to better understand the toxic relationships in your life through the experiences I had while in mine. Fak’n Tired my other podcast was also inspired by events in my life. Managing the ups and downs, managing my emotions, as well as managing the other relationships in my life did not go as I thought it would. There was so much shrapnel, so many residual effects from the toxic relationship I had been in that I was for a time completely unaware of. Avoiding and ignoring the need for healing became so overwhelming for me I wanted to disappear. So as I write the episodes for Fak’n Tired I often wonder if it would have been different if I had known all this before it did. The bonus episodes you hear are the Fak’n Tired episodes that I believe could possibly make your journey go a little smoother than mine did. 

    Today in part 2 of the Biology of the Battle, Dr. Heidi explores the impact of toxic relationships on the nervous system and how survival behaviors can persist long after leaving such environments. She introduces the Survival Mode Assessment (SMA) to help individuals identify their post-trauma behaviors and discusses the importance of understanding the nervous system's role in trauma recovery. The conversation delves into the various data collectors within the nervous system, including nociception and neuroception, and emphasizes the need for recalibration to achieve inner peace and emotional stability.

    Whether you are presently in a toxic relationship or you are trying to rebuild after a toxic relationship it can feel impossible to take the steps you desire. Dr Heidi knows it can feel extreme to ask for help, at least it did for her. Because she has been where you are now, she gets it so her service offerings focus on your needs. Start by taking the Toxicity Profile Analysis for validation or the Survival Mode Assessment for understanding. 
    https://coachingwithdrheidi.com/
  • It’s Not Normal It’s Toxic: Rid Your Life of Toxic People

    #256 The Helpless Hustle

    24/03/2026 | 18 mins.
    Whether you are presently in a toxic relationship or you are trying to rebuild after a toxic relationship it can feel impossible to take the steps you desire. Dr Heidi knows it can feel extreme to ask for help, at least it did for her. Because she has been where you are now, she gets it so her service offerings focus on your needs. Start by taking the Toxicity Profile Analysis for validation or the Survival Mode Assessment for understanding. 
    https://coachingwithdrheidi.com/
    This episode explores the 'helpless hustle' behavior in toxic personalities, where they pretend to be incompetent to avoid responsibility and control shared tasks. Dr. Heidi provides insights on recognizing this pattern, its impact on relationships, and strategies to protect your time and energy.
  • It’s Not Normal It’s Toxic: Rid Your Life of Toxic People

    Bonus Episode

    16/03/2026 | 35 mins.
    As you know I began a second podcast a few months ago so each of my shows can have a focused perspective. This podcast, It’s not normal it’s toxic is an educational resource for you to better understand the toxic relationships in your life through the experiences I had while in mine. Fak’n Tired my other podcast was also inspired by events in my life. Managing the ups and downs, managing my emotions, as well as managing the other relationships in my life did not go as I thought it would. There was so much shrapnel, so many residual effects from the toxic relationship I had been in that I was for a time completely unaware of. Avoiding and ignoring the need for healing became so overwhelming for me I wanted to disappear. So as I write the episodes for Fak’n Tired I often wonder if it would have been different if I had known all this before it did. The bonus episodes you hear are the Fak’n Tired episodes that I believe could possibly make your journey go a little smoother than mine did. 

    In this episode, Dr. Heidi explores the intricate relationship between the nervous system and our survival instincts, particularly in the context of toxic relationships. She discusses how our bodies react to perceived threats, the biological mechanisms behind these reactions, and the importance of understanding these processes to reclaim control over our emotional health. The conversation delves into the brain's response to danger, the role of boundaries, and the impact of past trauma on present behavior.

    Whether you are presently in a toxic relationship or you are trying to rebuild after a toxic relationship it can feel impossible to take the steps you desire. Dr Heidi knows it can feel extreme to ask for help, at least it did for her. Because she has been where you are now, she gets it so her service offerings focus on your needs. Start by taking the Toxicity Profile Analysis for validation or the Survival Mode Assessment for understanding. 
    https://coachingwithdrheidi.com/
  • It’s Not Normal It’s Toxic: Rid Your Life of Toxic People

    #255 The Accountability Allergy

    10/03/2026 | 24 mins.
    Whether you are presently in a toxic relationship or you are trying to rebuild after a toxic relationship it can feel impossible to take the steps you desire. Dr Heidi knows it can feel extreme to ask for help, at least it did for her. Because she has been where you are now, she gets it so her service offerings focus on your needs. Start by taking the Toxicity Profile Analysis for validation or the Survival Mode Assessment for understanding. 
    https://coachingwithdrheidi.com/

    In this conversation, Dr. Heidi explores the concept of toxic traits in relationships, emphasizing that toxic individuals are not inherently bad but may exhibit manipulative behaviors that disrupt healthy interactions. She introduces the idea of the 'accountability allergy,' detailing its symptoms, including blame shifting, projection, and deflection. Dr. Heidi provides insights on how to recognize these behaviors and strategies to maintain emotional well-being when dealing with toxic individuals.
  • It’s Not Normal It’s Toxic: Rid Your Life of Toxic People

    Bonus Episode

    03/03/2026 | 39 mins.
    As you know I began a second podcast a few months ago so each of my shows can have a focused perspective. This podcast, It’s not normal it’s toxic is an educational resource for you to better understand the toxic relationships in your life through the experiences I had while in mine. Fak’n Tired my other podcast was also inspired by events in my life. Managing the ups and downs, managing my emotions, as well as managing the other relationships in my life did not go as I thought it would. There was so much shrapnel, so many residual effects from the toxic relationship I had been in that I was for a time completely unaware of. Avoiding and ignoring the need for healing became so overwhelming for me I wanted to disappear. So as I write the episodes for Fak’n Tired I often wonder if it would have been different if I had known all this before it did. The bonus episodes you hear are the Fak’n Tired episodes that I believe could possibly make your journey go a little smoother than mine did. 

    In this episode of "Fake and Tired," Dr. Heidi delves into the complexities of recovering from toxic relationships and the lasting effects they can have on one's mental and emotional well-being. She shares her personal journey, highlighting the confusion and exhaustion that often accompany the aftermath of such relationships. Dr. Heidi emphasizes the importance of understanding one's own behaviors and reactions, which may have been shaped by past events, and how they show up in everyday life, even in safe environments. The episode serves as a call to action for listeners to recognize these behaviors in themselves and begin the journey toward healing and self-acceptance.

    Whether you are presently in a toxic relationship or you are trying to rebuild after a toxic relationship it can feel impossible to take the steps you desire. Dr Heidi knows it can feel extreme to ask for help, at least it did for her. Because she has been where you are now, she gets it so her service offerings focus on your needs. Start by taking the Toxicity Profile Analysis for validation or the Survival Mode Assessment for understanding. 
    https://coachingwithdrheidi.com/
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About It’s Not Normal It’s Toxic: Rid Your Life of Toxic People
As a toxic relationship specialist my mission is to bring hope, healing, and FREEDOM to those whose lives have been affected by toxic relationships, emotional abuse, and narcissistic behaviors. Living and being in relationships that are not healthy for us can cause this type of abuse to be accepted as “normal”. TRUTH IS...ITS NOT NORMAL... ITS TOXIC! Having been in toxic relationships myself, I am now able to use my experience to guide those walking a similar path to my own. This podcast is dedicated to YOU so that you too can find peace & be free of relationships that are not healthy for you.
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