SPEAKER, AUTHOR, ADVOCATE
Tammy S. Drost
Bold truth.
Real stories.
Transformative impact.
Tammy S. Drost is an award-winning author, Literary Titan Gold Book Award honoree, and a sought-after keynote speaker on resilience, trauma recovery, and empowerment. She brings raw honesty, lived experience, and professional insight to every stage.
Speaking the Truth That Sets People Free
Tammy knows the power of speaking out—because it saved her life. After decades of covert narcissistic abuse, she broke her silence and began sharing her story with honesty, courage, and hope.
Today, Tammy speaks to audiences nationwide, giving voice to the often-unseen realities of emotional abuse and offering a roadmap for healing and empowerment.
Her debut memoir, My Mother Was an Asshole: How to Recognize, Survive, and Heal from Covert Narcissistic Abuse, was honored with the Literary Titan Gold Book Award—a recognition of both its raw honesty and its impact in helping survivors reclaim their voices.
With over 20 years as an award-winning business and brand strategist, Tammy blends professional insight with personal truth—showing audiences how to reclaim their power, whether in their personal lives, relationships, or careers.
Keynote Topics and Signature Talks
Tammy’s signature talks are raw, relatable, and rooted in lived experience. Each equips audiences with not just awareness—but actionable steps for healing, growth, and empowerment.
Naming the Unseen: Understanding and recognizing covert narcissistic abuse
Breaking the Cycle: How to heal and protect future generations
The Roles We Play: Golden Child, Scapegoat, Lost Child, Mascot, and Flying Monkey explained
Reclaiming Your Power: Strategies to rebuild confidence, boundaries, and self-worth
From Surviving to Thriving: Transforming adversity into purpose and leadership
Why Audiences Connect with Tammy
Tammy’s approach is deeply personal yet universally relevant. She combines the vulnerability of a survivor with the expertise of a strategist, creating an unforgettable experience for every audience.
Her recognition as a Literary Titan Gold Book Award honoree underscores the power of her message: truth, hope, and lasting change.
She connects with:
Educators & Schools
Mental Health Professionals & Therapists
Business Leaders & Organizations
Survivors & Advocacy Groups
Audiences leave inspired, equipped, and empowered to take meaningful steps in their own lives.
Book Tammy for Your Next Event
Tammy is available for keynotes, panels, workshops, retreats, podcasts, and media interviews. Whether your event is in-person or virtual, she brings a blend of energy, empathy, and actionable insight that resonates deeply with audiences.
Each talk is tailored to your audience—designed to educate, empower, and inspire change through authentic storytelling and real-world strategies for healing, growth, and leadership.
Whether you’re planning a keynote, panel, workshop, or podcast, Tammy brings energy, authenticity, and empathy to every stage. Her talks are rooted in lived experience and professional expertise—leaving audiences informed, inspired, and equipped to take meaningful action.
Book Tammy to Speak at Your Next Event
Inspire, empower, and create lasting impact.
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WHAT PEOPLE
ARE SAYING
“Raw, plainspoken, and piercingly honest, Tammy S. Drost’s memoir is both deeply personal and universally relevant. My Mother Was an Asshole belongs on the shelf of every survivor ready to break free.”
— Thomas Anderson, Editor in Chief
Literary Titan
“Every page felt like she had been in my house, watching my childhood unfold. This book is a mirror for those who have lived through it—and a map for those ready to heal.”
— Rachel C., Daughter
Survivor of Covert Narcissistic Abuse
“As a Special Education Teacher with nearly three decades of experience, I’ve seen firsthand how covert narcissistic abuse hides beneath the surface of so many students’ struggles. Tammy’s honesty and insight make this book a lifeline for survivors and those who support them.”
— Terri B., A Grateful Special Education Teacher
Connecticut Public Schools
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