Run Like Hell—How to Escape and Heal from Trauma Bonds
Nadine Macaluso is the ex-wife to Wolf of Wall Street, Jordan Belfort and she knows a thing or two about divorcing a narcissistic partner and recovering from a traumatic relationship. Now know as Dr. Nae, she runs a thriving private practice and recently wrote a book where she shares both her personal narrative and the wealth of knowledge acquired over the years. In this bonus episode, she joins The Divorce Hacker to discuss her new book, share her experience, and help educate women on relationships, trauma bonds, and how to escape them.
At the age of twenty-two, Nadine's life took an unexpected turn when she married Jordan Belfort, the infamous stockbroker immortalized in the Hollywood hit "The Wolf of Wall Street." Initially, their union seemed like a modern-day fairytale, but beneath the surface, a dark reality began to unfold. As their bond tightened, Jordan's façade crumbled, revealing a complex web of infidelity, narcissistic abuse, insatiable greed, and a devastating drug addiction that transformed Nadine's dream into a harrowing nightmare.
The turmoil of this traumatic relationship served as the catalyst for Nadine's remarkable journey. Fuelled by her determination to help others facing similar struggles, she pursued a path of healing and transformation. She received her Master's degree in Counseling and a Ph.D. in somatic psychotherapy, Dr. Nae established a thriving private practice. Her office quickly became a sanctuary for women who shared hauntingly familiar tales of entanglement with pathological lovers (PLs), trapped in the clutches of
trauma bonds.
What began as a personal mission to facilitate healthy relationship development evolved into an impactful vocation. Over six years, Dr. Nae immersed herself in the study of trauma bond relationships, synthesizing her academic foundation with the wisdom gleaned from her patients' stories. Through this journey, she ascended to the status of a recognized authority in the realms of narcissistic abuse, trauma bonds, and complex PTSD.
She recently wrote a book, "Run Like Hell: A Therapist's Guide to Recognizing, Escaping, and Healing from Trauma Bonds," in which she shares both her personal narrative and the wealth of knowledge acquired over the years. Readers are granted insights into the psyche of the narcissistic pathological lover, a nuanced understanding of the traits that render certain women susceptible to their advances, and practical strategies for breaking free from the shackles of trauma bonds.
Connect with Dr. Nadine Macaluso:
► Website: www.drnae.com
► IG: @therealdrnadine
► TikTok: @drnaelmft
► YouTube: @TheRealDrNadine
Disclaimer: All content in this video is for educational purposes only. Nothing contained herein shall be construed as constituting legal advice or the provision of legal services for or on behalf of any person.
