Episode 168: Narcissism + The Old Soul’s Journey

With Guest Chris Wasko

August 18, 2026

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Lyndsay Soprano talks with spiritual counsellor, energy healer, and author Chris Wasko about the lasting impact of trauma, growing up with narcissistic parents, and what it truly means to heal from the inside out. Together, they explore nervous system regulation, inner child healing, and the journey of reconnecting with your authentic self. This episode is honest, validating, and a gentle reminder that healing isn’t about becoming someone new—it’s about coming home to who you’ve always been.

Working with Old Souls
Narcissism: Covert + Overt
Toxic Family Systems
When Abused: Hard-wired to Expect It
Regulating Your Nervous System
Holding Out for Hope

Show Notes

Lyndsay Soprano sits down with spiritual counsellor, energy healer, and author Chris Wasko for a heartfelt conversation about trauma, narcissistic abuse, old souls, and the lifelong journey of healing. Together, they explore how childhood experiences shape our nervous systems, why so many survivors remain stuck in survival mode, and what it means to reconnect with the truest version of yourself.

Chris shares her own story of growing up in a narcissistic family, the path that led her to spiritual healing, and how inner child work, nervous system regulation, and self-awareness can help us move from simply surviving to truly living.

This episode is compassionate, deeply validating, and a reminder that healing happens one layer at a time—and that even after profound pain, peace is still possible.

Episode Highlights:

(00:00) Introduction and episode overview

(03:23) Chris Wasko’s background and expertise

(04:07) Traumatic upbringing and narcissism spectrum

(06:30) Recognizing narcissism in family and its effects

(08:23) Healing abilities emerging through trauma work

(09:23) Covert vs overt narcissism explained

(12:14) Connection between narcissism and old souls

(13:29) Understanding the old soul and Spicy Old Souls test

(14:55) Healing old souls and vibrational energy

(17:57) Impact of pain on nervous system and trauma response

(22:32) Healing ripple effects and collective consciousness