Women of Impact From Victim to Victor: How to Kick Some Toxic Ass | Mariel Buque PT 1 (Fan Fave)
Jan 19, 2026
Dr. Mariel Buque, a trauma psychologist and author at Columbia University, shares her powerful journey from escaping a toxic relationship to helping others break free from manipulation and gaslighting. She explains various manipulation tactics like hoovering and breadcrumbing, offers strategies for reclaiming your power, and emphasizes self-reflection. With insights on managing toxic family interactions and establishing boundaries, Mariel inspires listeners to recognize their self-worth and move past intergenerational trauma.
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Confront Patterns Before Exiting
- Address manipulative behavior first before walking away so the relationship can be salvaged or properly assessed.
- Give a clear grace period for changed behavior and then decide to stay or leave based on patterns.
Body Told Her 'No' Before Mind Did
- Lisa Bilyeu described breaking out in hives during an engagement as her body saying no.
- Removing the ring stopped the hives, showing the body can signal truth before the mind accepts it.
Gaslighting Erodes Your Reality
- Gaslighting makes you question your memory and perception until you doubt your own sanity.
- Continuous gaslighting can erode self-worth and leave you deeply disempowered.
