The First 50 Days Away From The Narcissistic Ex Partner

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For most people, the first 50 days separated from their Narcissistic ex-partner are some of the most excruciatingly painful. I believe we need more guides to help us all feel less alone, and more empowered, in this early healing process.

So, I have taken the initiative to share what I have learned from my own experience, as well as from the experiences of clients, friends, family, and my community.

A Narcissist Narcissistically Abuses

First and foremost, most of us are not aware that if we are with a Narcissist, this means we are also in an abusive relationship. The relationship may not have physical abuse, but there will certainly be psychological, emotional, verbal, and/or financial abuse occurring while being bonded with this person. Narcissistic Abuse, is what we refer to as the dynamic created in being with a Narcissist. Yes, Narcissism is on a spectrum, and we all have some Narcissistic traits, however, there are people who have a level of Narcissism that is toxic and pathological, and these people use abuse as a way of being in relationship. To them, this IS how to be intimate and close. They are likely partially unaware of, or in denial about the fact that they are abusive, and usually lack the empathy, accountability, and self-awareness to genuinely understand, take responsibility for, and…