In this Wildly Her interview, I sit down with author Mia Hanks, writer of Bride Made: A Memoir, to talk about escaping narcissistic abuse, the lasting impact of emotional manipulation, and the power of reclaiming your story. As a survivor, Mia shares the truths she uncovered about narcissistic relationships, and together we explore what it means to rise from the wreckage of abuse with courage and grace.

Through her story and reflection, you are invited into a journey of self-awareness, resilience, and the hope that comes from speaking truth out loud.

This Wildly Her episode is for every woman learning to reclaim her name, her worth, and her wildly authentic life. Mia’s story mirrors the experience of so many survivors. Her courage is contagious, and her light shines into even the darkest corners of the soul.

TRIGGER WARNING: ABUSE AND TRAUMA

Mia's book, Bride Made: A Memoir, can be found on Amazon at https://a.co/d/1d60INA

You can also follow her on IG at https://www.instagram.com/npd.andme/

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In this episode of Wildly Her, I open up about the pivotal moments that pushed me to begin my healing journey. It wasn’t a single breaking point. It was a series of things that broke me and that led me to seek help. My counselor was the first person who didn’t try to fix my relationships or mold me to fit into them. Instead, she helped me discover the things inside of myself that I had buried like my shame, rejection, and distorted beliefs that were never meant for me to hold.

This episode is about the process of unwiring the lies we’ve been told about who we are and learning to separate our true selves from the false identities created by control and emotional manipulation. Healing begins when we release what doesn’t belong to us and discover the truth of who we are. Apart from the lies, we find strength, worth, and wholeness.

If you’ve ever felt lost in the chaos of trying to please, fix, or prove your value, this episode is your reminder that there is a way to discover you.

TRIGGER WARNING: ABUSE AND TRAUMA

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In this episode of Wildly Her, we step into the hidden reality of why so many victims remain in emotionally and psychologically abusive relationships. It’s not weakness—it’s survival. Abusers use powerful techniques to isolate, manipulate, and break us down until leaving feels impossible. We’ll talk about the crushing weight of rejection, the manipulation that strips us of our strength, and the invisible cage that traps us in silence.

Through my own story and the truths survivors know too well, this episode shines a light on the tactics that keep us tethered and the reasons we stay even when we wish for the strength to leave. If you’ve ever asked yourself “Why didn’t she just leave?” then this conversation will give you answers, and maybe even a little bit of compassion.

TRIGGER WARNING: ABUSE AND TRAUMA

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