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The Patriarchy Isn’t Just Upheld by Men: How Women Are Trained to Enforce It Too

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What if the patriarchy isn’t just upheld by men? What if the voices enforcing it are sometimes women’s—your friends, your coworkers, your mother, or even...your own?

In this powerful episode of the Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast, Lynn dives deep into the uncomfortable truth that many women, often unknowingly, support the very systems designed to hold them back. From internalized misogyny to the relentless pursuit of male approval, we break down how women are conditioned to uphold the patriarchy—and how we can begin to break free.

You’ll hear raw reflections on:

  • The social programming that trains women to prioritize everyone but themselves
  • “Pick Me” behavior and how it derails collective empowerment
  • The glorification of male validation and how it steals women’s autonomy
  • Subtle ways women judge and police one another to stay “in line”
  • How traditional gender roles keep women stuck in emotional labor and self-erasure
  • Signs of internalized misogyny you may not realize you’ve adopted

This is not about blaming women. It’s about reclaiming power—and waking up to the unconscious beliefs that keep us small. As always, we keep it real, reflective, and focused on growth.

Whether you're healing from narcissistic abuse, unpacking cultural conditioning, deconstructing the patriarchy, or exploring feminist recovery work, this episode will resonate deeply.

🔗 Explore More:

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https://movingforwardafterabuse.com

Explore free resources, articles, survivor tools, and deep-dive content to help you reclaim your power and heal from narcissistic abuse.

📚 Read the Books by Lynn:

https://movingforwardafterabuse.com/books-by-lynn/

Check out Lynn’s powerful books on narcissistic abuse recovery, manipulation tactics, and the emotional journey of healing. Perfect for survivors ready to take their next step.

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Hosted by trauma-informed coach & author Lynn, this podcast helps survivors of narcissistic abuse uncover covert manipulation, set boundaries, and reclaim their voice. From family roles to patriarchy, we explore how personal healing intersects with cultural change.
🌐 Links & resources: linktr.ee/lynnnichols
Support the show: buymeacoffee.com/waketheelephant
📚 Books by Lynn: Overcoming the Devastation of Narcissistic Abuse & Master Manipulators

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What if the patriarchy isn’t just upheld by men? What if the voices enforcing it are sometimes women’s—your friends, your coworkers, your mother, or even...your own?

In this powerful episode of the Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast, Lynn dives deep into the uncomfortable truth that many women, often unknowingly, support the very systems designed to hold them back. From internalized misogyny to the relentless pursuit of male approval, we break down how women are conditioned to uphold the patriarchy—and how we can begin to break free.

You’ll hear raw reflections on:

  • The social programming that trains women to prioritize everyone but themselves
  • “Pick Me” behavior and how it derails collective empowerment
  • The glorification of male validation and how it steals women’s autonomy
  • Subtle ways women judge and police one another to stay “in line”
  • How traditional gender roles keep women stuck in emotional labor and self-erasure
  • Signs of internalized misogyny you may not realize you’ve adopted

This is not about blaming women. It’s about reclaiming power—and waking up to the unconscious beliefs that keep us small. As always, we keep it real, reflective, and focused on growth.

Whether you're healing from narcissistic abuse, unpacking cultural conditioning, deconstructing the patriarchy, or exploring feminist recovery work, this episode will resonate deeply.

🔗 Explore More:

🌐 Visit the Website:

https://movingforwardafterabuse.com

Explore free resources, articles, survivor tools, and deep-dive content to help you reclaim your power and heal from narcissistic abuse.

📚 Read the Books by Lynn:

https://movingforwardafterabuse.com/books-by-lynn/

Check out Lynn’s powerful books on narcissistic abuse recovery, manipulation tactics, and the emotional journey of healing. Perfect for survivors ready to take their next step.

💡 Want to support the show?

Leave us a tip to help keep the podcast going—ad-free and unapologetic.

🎁 Tip Jar: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/waketheelephant

📝 Leave a Review:

If this episode brought you clarity or comfort, leave a quick review on your favorite podcast app. It helps others find us and keeps the message spreading.

📣 Share the Podcast:

Tag us on social media or send this episode to someone who needs it. You never know who’s waiting to hear these words today.

Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast
Hosted by trauma-informed coach & author Lynn, this podcast helps survivors of narcissistic abuse uncover covert manipulation, set boundaries, and reclaim their voice. From family roles to patriarchy, we explore how personal healing intersects with cultural change.
🌐 Links & resources: linktr.ee/lynnnichols
Support the show: buymeacoffee.com/waketheelephant
📚 Books by Lynn: Overcoming the Devastation of Narcissistic Abuse & Master Manipulators

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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