Allison K. Dagney
Allison K. Dagney
Episode 189: When Healing Feels Like Betrayal & Letting Go of The Guilt
Episode 189: When Healing Feels Like Betrayal & Letting Go of The Guilt
Episode 189: When Healing Feels Like Betrayal & Letting Go of The Guilt
Tuesday 11th November 2025
Explore the emotional journey of healing from abuse with Allison K. Dagney as she discusses guilt, joy, and subconscious beliefs.
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Episode Overview
- Healing can feel like betrayal due to subconscious beliefs.
- Joy is a crucial part of the recovery process.
- Survivors often equate love with sacrifice, leading to guilt.
- Reframing beliefs helps break free from guilt.
- Prioritising self-healing is not selfish but essential.
"You're not betraying anyone by healing; you're actually blazing the trail."
What drives someone to seek a life without the shackles of emotional abuse? This episode of The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast, hosted by the insightful Allison K. Dagney, tackles the complex emotions that arise when healing feels like betrayal. As a survivor of over 20 years of emotional abuse, Allison shares her journey and expertise in subconscious reprogramming to help others find peace.
In this candid conversation, she explores why joy can feel unsafe and how deeply ingrained beliefs keep survivors stuck in guilt. Allison shares personal anecdotes, such as feeling guilty for experiencing happiness while her children still struggled with their father. She highlights how survivors often equate love with sacrifice, leading to guilt when they start prioritising their own healing. The episode provides practical advice on reframing these beliefs, encouraging listeners to embrace joy as a vital part of recovery.
You'll learn about the subconscious contracts that bind survivors, like the belief that they can't be happy if others are suffering. Allison offers insights on leading by example, showing how breaking free from guilt can actually inspire those around you. With a blend of humour and empathy, she reassures survivors that prioritising their well-being is not selfish but a powerful step towards healing.
So, if you've ever felt torn between your past and your potential for happiness, this episode offers a refreshing perspective. What if healing isn't betrayal but rather a beacon for others to follow? Tune in to find out how embracing joy can be the ultimate act of self-love.