True Emotion Dad
Laverne Friesen is a survivor turned thriver, transforming decades of abuse and trauma into a message of healing and hope. Raised in a cult and enduring emotional, physical, religious, spiritual, financial, and sexual abuse—as well as toxic relationships that left him questioning his reality—Laverne shares his raw, authentic journey of healing and spiritual growth.
Tune in for powerful conversations with like-minded guests, offering truth, vulnerability, and the reminder that a brighter, more authentic future is possible.
True Emotion Dad
Red Flag Academy - The Survival Guide You Were Never Taught
In this raw and revealing solo episode, Laverne Friesen introduces Red Flag Academy—a no-holds-barred crash course on recognizing the red flags of toxic behavior and emotional manipulation. Drawing from personal stories, hard-earned wisdom, and years of healing, Laverne breaks down subtle but dangerous patterns such as excessive charm, boundary violations, perpetual victimhood, DARVO, and more.
He also debunks popular myths like the idea that "butterflies mean love" and shines a light on how our nervous systems warn us before our minds do. With clarity and compassion, Laverne arms listeners with the insight to trust their intuition, honor their boundaries, and spot manipulation before it takes root.
This episode isn’t just about red flags — it ends with a hopeful look at green flags and what healthy relationships actually feel like: calm, respectful, and rooted in growth.
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