From Surviving to Thriving: Break Free,Heal, and Rise

Learn how to recognize narcissistic abuse, break the cycle of toxic relationships, and step fully into your power.

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Discover the Power to Reclaim Your Life

Have you ever felt trapped in a toxic relationship, manipulated by someone who drains your energy and self-worth? Swimming with Alligators is here to guide you through the process of recognizing narcissistic abuse, breaking free from its grip, and reclaiming your personal power.

Recognize Narcissistic Abuse

Understand the red flags, manipulation tactics, and psychological impact of toxic relationships. Whether it’s gaslighting, love bombing, or emotional control — we break down the behaviors that often go unnoticed but leave lasting wounds. Awareness is the first step to freedom.

Break Unhealthy Bonds

Learn how to untangle your heart from toxic connections. Discover safe, strategic ways to set boundaries, protect your peace, and walk away without guilt. You’ll gain practical tools and emotional strength to release relationships that no longer serve your highest good.

Unlock True Empowerment

Rebuild your sense of self from the inside out. This is where healing becomes transformation — where you reclaim your voice, restore your self-worth, and step boldly into a life of clarity, confidence, and purpose. You are not just surviving — you are rising.Lorem ipsum dolor sit, consectetur incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco.

Why Book Cheryl to Speak?

Cheryl L. Wright offers a compelling blend of personal experience, professional insight, and heartfelt storytelling. As a survivor, bestselling author, and empowerment coach, she brings clarity and compassion to the misunderstood topic of narcissistic abuse—helping audiences turn emotional turmoil into sustainable strength. Whether addressing a personal group or a corporate team, Cheryl creates a safe, inspiring space for transformation and healing.

Speaking Formats

Cheryl is available for a range of speaking experiences, tailored to your audience’s needs:

Keynote Speeches – Dynamic storytelling, research-backed insight, and actionable steps

Corporate Workshops & Trainings – For teams facing emotional and relational challenges that affect workplace morale

Retreats & Live Workshops – Empowering journeys of self-discovery and collective breakthrough

Podcasts & Webinars – Making healing and education accessible from anywhere Let Cheryl help your audience or team move beyond survival and into true empowerment.

What Cheryl’s clients are saying..

Swimming With Alligators by Cheryl L. Wright is a powerful and accessible guide for anyone impacted by narcissistic abuse. Cheryl breaks down the complexities of narcissism with clarity and compassion, offering practical tools for recognizing toxic behavior, breaking free from harmful dynamics, and rebuilding self-worth. Through real stories and well-researched insights, the book provides both validation and guidance, helping readers regain confidence and reclaim their lives. It’s an inspiring and valuable resource for anyone seeking healing and strength after emotional manipulation.
-M. Maguire

Cheryl‘s book is a courageous and insightful exploration to the complex dynamics of narcissistic abuse and reclaiming one’s power. She masterfully blends her deeply personal and compelling experiences with scientific data, creating a resource that enlighten readers and empowers survivors. The scientific research that Cheryl integrated into her story, provided data on psychological and neurological impacts of our narcissistic abuse. She also provides her readers with practical tools and actual steps to break free from toxic relationships. This book is truly a guide to transformation, hope and empowerment. Highly recommended! -Terri W

This book is not feel good AI generated fluff nor is it a whiny story of survival from a media hyped condition. This is the real deal. Facts and proven truth set the foundation from the first chapter. Beyond balanced-there was something for all types of reader I am. Not so much academics that the aha moments couldn’t take place but definitely not a fluffy read when you are someone who has experienced abuse (1st or 2nd hand) and/or seek to understand why people behave the way they do. Professional literature, expert advice and courageous raw anecdotally supported chapters meant this took me much longer than typical to read. In today’s age of quick auto generated content it is refreshing to read an obviously well researched thoughtful story, but the extra bonus is there’s specific content for what to do about it, delivered in a nonjudgmental way, regardless of your current position on the healing path - Michelle B.

Know more about Cheryl…

Cheryl L. Wright is a speaker, empowerment coach, and bestselling author of Swimming with Alligators: How to Recognize Narcissistic Abuse, Break Unhealthy Bonds, and Unlock True Empowerment. She equips survivors of narcissistic abuse with the tools to recognize toxic patterns, reclaim their confidence, and rebuild their lives. Drawing from personal experience and extensive research, Cheryl delivers practical strategies that inspire healing, growth, and lasting transformation.