Hey! I&#39;m Callie Sorensen and welcome to my podcast, where we explore different perspectives and dive into our life experiences to uncover new ideas and insights. Through these conversations, we hope to educate, empower, and inspire one another to expand our minds, open our hearts and have a deeper understanding of ourselves, others, and the world we live in.    Thank you for joining us on this journey of discovery, growth, and learning… may we find practical solutions to life’s complex challenges. CONNECT WITH CALLIE:Instagram <a href="http://www.instagram.com/calliesorensen" rel="nofollow">@calliesorensen</a>YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/calliesorensen?sub_confirmation=1" rel="nofollow">@calliesorensen</a>FaceBook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/coercivecontrol" rel="nofollow">Group</a><a href="http://www.calliesorensen.com/" rel="nofollow">www.calliesorensen.com</a> WANT TO BE A GUEST? HAVE A QUESTION? WANT TO SHARE A COMMENT?<a href="http://www.calliesorensen.com/podcast" rel="nofollow">www.calliesorensen.com/podcast</a> Free Support Hotline: RAINN 1-800-656-4673 DISCLAIMER: Please be advised that the opinions and views expressed on this podcast are solely those of the guests, hosts, and are not intended as professional advice. The content provided on this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional counseling or medical treatment. The opinions shared on this podcast contain personal experiences, views and opinions that do not apply to everyone or every situation. Anything shared is not intended to malign any religion, belief, group, person, club, organization, individual, or anyone.

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In this episode, Sarada Rao brings a unique perspective to the conversation. As a member of the South Asian community, Sarada was raised in an overt narcissistic household and later had an arranged marriage and children with a covert narcissist. Her personal experience sheds light on how culture can enmesh and contribute to emotional and psychological abuse. Sarada now helps others recover from narcissistic abuse in the South Asian community, and her story hopes to validate and give hope to those experiencing similar situations. CONNECT WITH SARADA:Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/evoution.of.sarada/" rel="nofollow">@evolution.of.sarada</a> CONNECT WITH CALLIE:Instagram <a href="http://www.instagram.com/calliesorensen" rel="nofollow">@calliesorensen</a>YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/calliesorensen?sub_confirmation=1" rel="nofollow">@calliesorensen</a>FaceBook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/coercivecontrol" rel="nofollow">Group</a><a href="http://www.calliesorensen.com/" rel="nofollow">www.calliesorensen.com</a> DISCLAIMER:Please be advised that the opinions and views expressed on this podcast are solely those of the guests, hosts and are not intended as professional advice. The content provided on this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional counseling or medical treatment. The opinions shared on this podcast contain personal experiences and opinions that do not apply to everyone or every situation. And anything shared is not intended to malign any religion, belief, group, person, club, organization, individual, or anything.

#006: Healing from Narcissistic Abuse in South Asian Families with Sarada Rao

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In this episode, we delve into the controversial and often-misunderstood world of Multi-Level Marketing, also known as MLMs. Our guest, Jenni Wild, is a passionate advocate for change in the MLM industry and has first-hand experience with the predatory and deceptive practices of MLMs. With over 25 years of experience as an actress and corporate marketing professional, Jenni shares her experience with identifying the red flags of MLMs and educating others on the importance of critical thinking skills. In this conversation, Jenni sheds light on what MLMs are, how people get recruited, and the ethical dilemma surrounding the industry. She also shares insights from her recent attendance at the annual MLM conference with the Federal Trade Commission and other speakers. Join us as we explore the issues surrounding MLMs and learn how we can protect ourselves and others from falling victim to their deceptive practices. CONNECT WITH JENNI:Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thejenniwild/" rel="nofollow">@thejenniwild</a>TikTok <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thejenniwild/" rel="nofollow">@thejenniwild</a> CONNECT WITH CALLIE:Instagram <a href="http://www.instagram.com/calliesorensen" rel="nofollow">@calliesorensen</a>YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/calliesorensen?sub_confirmation=1" rel="nofollow">@calliesorensen</a>FaceBook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/coercivecontrol" rel="nofollow">Group</a><a href="http://www.calliesorensen.com/" rel="nofollow">www.calliesorensen.com</a> DISCLAIMER:Please be advised that the opinions and views expressed on this podcast are solely those of the guests, hosts and are not intended as professional advice. The content provided on this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional counseling or medical treatment. The opinions shared on this podcast contain personal experiences and opinions that do not apply to everyone or every situation. And anything shared is not intended to malign any religion, belief, group, person, club, organization, individual, or anything.

#005: The Ethical Dilemma of Multi-Level Marketing (MLMs) with Jenni Wild

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In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Pledger, a religious trauma survivor, to discuss his experiences with toxic religion and narcissism. Andrew shares his story of being raised in a fundamentalist Christian cult and being expelled from Bob Jones University after a controversial interview with author Josh Harris.We delve into the damaging effects of spiritual and religious abuse, and how it can lead to narcissistic relationships. Andrew shares his personal journey of breaking the cycle and using his experiences to inspire others.As a psychology student and religion recovery coach, Andrew offers insight and advice for those who may be struggling with similar experiences. I hope you enjoy the episode! CONNECT WITH ANDREWInstagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/4ndrewpledger" rel="nofollow">@4ndrewpledger</a>Speaking Up <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speaking-up-with-andrew-pledger/id1620395336" rel="nofollow">Podcast</a>Andrew&#39;s Interview with Josh Harris: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qRwx4OoS2aM" rel="nofollow">Check it out</a> CONNECT WITH CALLIEInstagram <a href="http://www.instagram.com/calliesorensen" rel="nofollow">@calliesorensen</a>YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/calliesorensen?sub_confirmation=1" rel="nofollow">@calliesorensen</a>FaceBook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/coercivecontrol" rel="nofollow">Group</a><a href="http://www.calliesorensen.com/" rel="nofollow">www.calliesorensen.com</a> DISCLAIMERPlease be advised that the opinions and views expressed on this podcast are solely those of the guests, hosts and are not intended as professional advice. The content provided on this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional counseling or medical treatment. The opinions shared on this podcast contain personal experiences and opinions that do not apply to everyone or every situation. And anything shared is not intended to malign any religion, belief, group, person, club, organization, individual, or anything.

#004: Speaking Up about Toxic Religion and Narcissism with Andrew Pledger

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In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of trauma and intergenerational trauma with Carla Shohet, one of my colleagues in the field of trauma and narcissistic abuse recovery.In this episode, we explore the importance of breaking intergenerational cycles of trauma and the significance of healing ourselves on a somatic level. We talk about the role of the nervous system in processing trauma and how we can work towards healing and reconnecting with our authentic selves.We also discuss how family dynamics can often mimic cult-like behavior, and how understanding these patterns can be the key to unlocking our personal growth and healing.Our aim is to provide various perspectives and valuable insights into how we can move forward in our journey towards healing and breaking free from the chains of intergenerational trauma.CONNECT WITH CARLA:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/carla_shohet/" rel="nofollow">@carla_shohet</a> CONNECT WITH CALLIE:Instagram <a href="http://www.instagram.com/calliesorensen" rel="nofollow">@calliesorensen</a>YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/calliesorensen?sub_confirmation=1" rel="nofollow">@calliesorensen</a>FaceBook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/coercivecontrol" rel="nofollow">Group</a>Blog &amp; 1-on-1 Support: <a href="http://www.calliesorensen.com/" rel="nofollow">www.calliesorensen.com</a> DISCLAIMER:Please be advised that the opinions and views expressed on this podcast are solely those of the guests, hosts and are not intended as professional advice. The content provided on this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional counseling or medical treatment. The opinions shared on this podcast contain personal experiences and opinions that do not apply to everyone or every situation. And anything shared is not intended to malign any religion, belief, group, person, club, organization, individual, or anything.

#003: Intergenerational Trauma with Carla Shohet

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On today&#39;s episode, I have a conversation with Mac, who has a podcast called Dimming the Gaslight. He shares his journey as a survivor of narcissistic abuse in and out of the courtroom. He offers a valuable perspective on narcissistic abuse from a male survivor&#39;s point of view.We dive into gaslighting, anger, restraining orders, the importance of gathering evidence, and just how challenging the recovery journey can be… yet how it IS possible… and you are NOT alone. CONNECT WITH MAC:<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dimming-the-gaslight-our-healing-journey-from/id1602899691?i=1000601625379" rel="nofollow">Dimming the Gaslight Podcast</a>IG <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dimming_the_gaslight/" rel="nofollow">@dimming_the_gaslight</a>Twitter <a href="https://twitter.com/@dimminggaslight" rel="nofollow">@dimminggaslight</a> CONNECT WITH CALLIE:Instagram <a href="http://www.instagram.com/calliesorensen" rel="nofollow">@calliesorensen</a>YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/calliesorensen?sub_confirmation=1" rel="nofollow">@calliesorensen</a>Facebook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/coercivecontrol" rel="nofollow">Group</a><a href="http://www.calliesorensen.com/" rel="nofollow">www.calliesorensen.com</a> DISCLAIMERPlease be advised that the opinions and views expressed on this podcast are solely those of the guests and hosts and are not intended as professional advice. The content provided on this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional counseling or medical treatment. The opinions shared on this podcast contain personal experiences and opinions that do not apply to everyone or every situation…. And anything shared is not intended to malign any religion, belief, group, person, club, organization, individual, or anything.

#002: A Male Survivor's Story of Narcissistic Abuse with Mac from Dimming the Gaslight Podcast

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Welcome to this very first episode where I have a conversation with my dear friend Samasati Kiya (aka Sama). We met in a cult, hopped into other cults, and luckily got out and supported each other on our recovery journey.Sama was groomed at the age of 17 into a romantic relationship with a cult leader and his small following. We dive into various topics, from spiritual abuse to trauma to embracing your rage with pink boxing gloves.Samasati is a registered therapeutic counselor and professional Vedic astrologer living in Victoria, BC, Canada. She is also a two-time cult survivor and specializes in working with fellow survivors of cults and narcissistic abuse. CONNECT WITH SAMASATI:Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shamelesslyyou/" rel="nofollow">@shamelesslyyou</a>TikTok <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@shamelesslyyou?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc" rel="nofollow">@shamelesslyyou</a><a href="http://www.samasatikiya.com/" rel="nofollow">www.samasatikiya.com</a> CONNECT WITH CALLIE:Instagram <a href="http://www.instagram.com/calliesorensen" rel="nofollow">@calliesorensen</a>YouTube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/calliesorensen?sub_confirmation=1" rel="nofollow">@calliesorensen</a>FaceBook <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/coercivecontrol" rel="nofollow">Group</a><a href="http://www.calliesorensen.com/" rel="nofollow">www.calliesorensen.com</a> WANT TO BE A GUEST? HAVE A QUESTION? WANT TO SHARE A COMMENT?<a href="http://www.calliesorensen.com/podcast" rel="nofollow">www.calliesorensen.com/podcast</a> Free Support Hotline: RAINN 1-800-656-4673 DISCLAIMER: Please be advised that the opinions and views expressed on this podcast are solely those of the guests, hosts, and are not intended as professional advice. The content provided on this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional counseling or medical treatment. The opinions shared on this podcast contain personal experiences, views and opinions that do not apply to everyone or every situation. Anything shared is not intended to malign any religion, belief, group, person, club, organization, individual, or anyone.

#001: We Met in a Spiritual Cult with Samasati Kiya

Conversations to Shine a Light on the Darkness of Cults, Narcissism, MLMs, Coercive Control and other Unhealthy Dynamics.

Hey! I'm Callie Sorensen and welcome to my podcast, where we explore different perspectives and dive into our life experiences to uncover new ideas and insights.

Through these conversations, we hope to educate, empower, and inspire one another to expand our minds, open our hearts and have a deeper understanding of ourselves, others, and the world we live in.

Thank you for joining us on this journey of discovery, growth, and learning… may we find practical solutions to life’s complex challenges.

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*DISCLAIMER:* Please be advised that the opinions and views expressed on this podcast are solely those of the guests, hosts, and are not intended as professional advice. The content provided on this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional counseling or medical treatment. The opinions shared on this podcast contain personal experiences, views and opinions that do not apply to everyone or every situation. Anything shared is not intended to malign any religion, belief, group, person, club, organization, individual, or anyone.