Listen "Surviving Covert Narcissistic Abuse & Starting Over: Martina Gruppo's Brave Journey in Hello Flower"
Episode Synopsis
What happens when you finally break free from years of covert narcissistic abuse—and begin to reclaim your life on your own terms?Meet Martina Gruppo, a newly published author whose gripping memoir Hello Flower chronicles decades of psychological manipulation, expat life, heartbreak, bereavement, and transformation. Told with brutal honesty, self-deprecating humor, and unfiltered insight, Martina’s story is a beacon of hope for survivors of emotional abuse and anyone looking to rediscover their voice after trauma.💬 In this raw and inspiring conversation, Martina shares:• How covert narcissistic abuse left her doubting her reality for over a decade• Why a lack of boundaries made her vulnerable—and how she rebuilt them• What it really looks like to start over after emotional, mental, and physical setbacks• Her healing journey through writing, travel, and reclaiming her identity• The truth behind the smiles, and how she learned to dance again—literally and figuratively📚 Hello Flower was self-published in May 2024 and is already resonating deeply with readers who say, “I couldn’t put it down.” If you’ve ever questioned your own reality in a relationship, or struggled to break free from emotional manipulation, Martina’s story offers real-world clarity, validation, and courage.________________________________________📖 About Martina Gruppo:Martina is an expat, cancer survivor, and now a powerful voice in the conversation around emotional abuse and narcissistic relationships. Having lived in Italy, France, and Nicaragua, her memoir Hello Flower pulls back the curtain on how charm can be used as a weapon—and how reclaiming your voice can lead to freedom.Find Martina Here: Instagram @martinagruppoauthorGet the Book “Hello Flower” here: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Martina-Gruppo/author/B0D7M2VQHL?isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&linkCode=ll2&tag=literarytitan-20&linkId=0b36e60707bfdb75b40f7fab7d326e83&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl#MartinaGruppo #HelloFlower #NarcissisticAbuseSurvivor #EmotionalAbuse #CovertNarcissist #BoundariesMatter #TraumaRecovery #MentalAbuseAwareness #WomenEmpowerment #StartOverStronger #HealingJourney #Memoir #SelfPublishedAuthor #ExpatLife #youarenotalone
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