You’ve probably heard the song hundreds of times. You’ve likely danced to it, your arm draped around your best friend’s waist, and belted it out when out with your girlfriends. “Did you think I’d crumble? Did you think I’d lay down and die? Oh no, not I...I will survive!”
I mean – it is the ultimate girl power song, right? The one we play when someone unworthy lets us down or breaks our heart. In fact, take a minute right now and listen to it again. I’ll wait.
It’s a really damn good song, right?
Think about what it must feel like to sing and feel this song, with a strong heart and an even stronger mind, and know that you are no longer being manipulated and hurt by someone. Take a moment and think about these words, this passion for breaking free and moving on, feeling your power! Think about it in terms of true, primal survival of the very worst time in your life. It makes the song even so much more powerful.
Now, don’t get me wrong, this song is so much fun and has a great beat that really makes you want to move. I mean, it’s played at weddings and parties and is a major reminder of the disco era. Plus, it’s even considered the LBGTQ+ anthem in some circles.
But this song has so much personal meaning to me, that I named my new program after the most powerful verse in the lyrics. I grew strong. Those words have given me so much strength and hope when I needed it the most. Because you see, I am a survivor myself.
What is a Narcissist?
Remember Greek mythology and the story of Echo and Narcissus? Echo came across Narcissus in the woods and fell in love with him, except he was so in love with his own reflection in a nearby stream that he ignored poor Echo and stared at his own reflection until he died.
So how does that translate into modern real life?
While there are two primary types of Narcissists (overt and covert), both types share some similar character traits. They are often manipulative, get angered easily, criticize others and put them down frequently, have temper tantrums when they don’t get their way, and lack empathy for others. You can read more about them on my I Grew Strong website.
The Why Behind I Grew Strong
Not only have I been involved in not one but multiple relationships with narcissists, but so many people that I come into contact with, both personally and professionally, have been impacted in one way or another by a narcissist. They have been made to feel paranoid, question themselves, lose their trust in others or themselves. They continue to have many other negative after effects that still linger long after the relationship has ended that hold them back in their life. 
Some people don’t even realize that they are dealing with a narcissist. Sometimes narcissistic behavior is not as blatant and extreme like what we often see on TV or in the media. Sometimes narcissistic behavior can be more subtle but just as damaging. I consider this the scariest kind of narcissist since their behavior is insidious and isn’t always easy to identify until someone is deep into the relationship. The harmful relationship is not always with a romantic partner – it can be with a parent, a sibling, or a friend, co-worker, or boss.
I decided to start I Grew Strong so that I can impact more people and have a further reach by using an online platform. I believe that it is my calling to teach people how to grow strong and really know the power they possess – something that is easily forgotten after the toxic relationship has taken that away. It is my mission to guide people to see their own strengths and abilities so that they can take control and start making choices that will improve their lives. And I can touch so many more lives as an educator, a guide, a creative leader and cool encourager through my online program.
How the I Grew Strong Program Works
It is extremely important to know that I Grew Strong is entirely separate from my private practice. This program is not counseling or psychotherapy. Instead, participants will gain access to a robust library of online education and coaching. There are modules with videos on focused topics that have been created specifically to build upon each other so participants can meet their goals.
We will have weekly group calls so that you can share in a safe place and be supported, have a place to ask questions and hear what others are experiencing as well. Most of all, you get to change your mindset and have comfort in knowing that you are not alone in this journey. In fact, I will share my own stories and experiences, which is something I do not incorporate into counseling sessions in my private practice.
The Program contains 8 modules that you can complete at your own pace. My mission is to help people get to a place where they can say I did grow strong; I am no longer going to let that relationship keep me from living my best life and being my best self! I am no longer a just a survivor, I am a thriver! I worked very hard to create the program and all of the materials and I am certain that it will help so many people since unfortunately, we live in a world where narcissists are lurking around every corner.
How to Join the I Grew Strong Program
Please accept my personal invitation to join me in a free interview via phone to decide if this program is a good fit for you. If it’s not, I have other resources for you to utilize. Click here to take advantage of your free interview: https://igrewstrong.com/contact. You can also read more about this program at www.igrewstrong.com and follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/IGrewStrongNarcissistSurvivor.
