Welcome to Episode 7 of the Next Level Voices Series on Kultivation w/ Kevie!
In this powerful conversation, I sit down with transformational guide Emma Lyons to explore trauma-informed healing and the deeply impactful concept of the “inner narcissist.” Drawing from her lived experience growing up in a covertly narcissistic family, Emma sheds light on how internalized shame and inherited family dynamics can quietly shape our beliefs, behaviors, and sense of worth well into adulthood.
Emma explains how recognizing the inner narcissist—the internalized voice of control, fear, and self-attack—is the first step toward reclaiming freedom. We unpack the roles people often assume in dysfunctional family systems, such as scapegoat, enabler, and golden child, and why these patterns can persist long after we believe we’ve moved on.
What stood out most in this episode is Emma’s emphasis on working with the nervous system, not just mindset, to create real and lasting change. We discuss why traditional personal development tools often fall short when trauma is involved and how a trauma-informed approach allows healing to feel safer, more embodied, and more sustainable.
If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles of self-criticism, people-pleasing, or emotional shutdown without fully understanding why, this conversation will offer clarity and validation. You can listen to this episode in full on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or stream it directly here on the blog.
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