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Saving Yourself: From Surviving to Thriving After a Toxic Relationship
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Have you ever wondered why you keep attracting the wrong people—and what it would take to finally choose yourself instead?
In this episode, Debra, the Experient Explorer dives deep into the unfiltered journey of healing from toxic relationships with guest Stephanie McPhail—author, public speaker, and transformational life coach. Stephanie’s work centers around helping mostly Gen X women, especially those between 45 and 50, reclaim their power after toxic relationships. And she knows the path personally.
Stephanie married the wrong person because her biological clock was ticking. On their wedding night, he strangled her—nearly killing her. Still, she stayed for five years, trapped in emotional and physical toxicity. But eventually, Stephanie made the decision that would change her life: she chose to save herself.
“You have to save yourself. You have to live for you. You have to enjoy life.”
Stephanie’s coaching helps women stop outsourcing their worth and start exploring life again—on their own terms. Hiking solo, sipping coffee at a café, or booking a spontaneous trip becomes a radical act of self-love and freedom. These experiences often spark new connections, friendships, and in time, perhaps real love.
Her business, Being Loved Shouldn’t Hurt, is now co-run with her life partner—proof that healing leads to healthier love. She guides women to shift from neediness to empowerment, from blame to resilience, and from silence to self-confidence.
Whether you’re still in the storm, finding your way out, or rebuilding on the other side, this episode offers inspiration, tools, and truth. It’s not just about surviving a toxic relationship—it’s about choosing to thrive.
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🫶🏼Guest: Stephanie McPhail, MS -Love and Life Success Coach
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@beinglovedshouldnthurt
Website https://www.beinglovedshouldnthurt.com
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🔑 Key Takeaways
00:00 Introduction to the Journey of Self-Discovery
05:46 Overcoming Toxic Relationships
11:58 Recognizing Red Flags in Relationships
18:51 Empowerment and Self-Care for Women
23:17 Navigating Relationships and Friendships
24:30 Common Challenges in Starting Over
26:09 The Importance of Connection and Communication
28:30 Embracing Freedom and New Experiences
31:45 The Journey of Self-Discovery
32:59 Building a Healthy Relationship with Yourself
35:49 The Shift from Neediness to Empowerment
39:54 The Value of Independence and Self-Confidence
42:56 The Importance of Building Resilience
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