It’s as easy as this: if you can recognize narcissistic behavior patterns, your chances of breaking free from the narcissistic abuse cycle increase dramatically.
It takes a long time and a lot of effort to break free from the narcissistic abuse cycle. While being able to recognize narcissistic abuse tendencies is extremely beneficial, you also need to know how to manage narcissism.
Without a doubt, going no contact is the most effective way to reclaim your identity and maintain mental stability. However, this is not always the case!
You may be co-parenting with a narcissist, they may have ways to contact you even though you have blocked them on all social media sites, you may be imprisoned by financial abuse, or you simply aren’t ready to give up hope on someone who plays such an important role in your life.
Mastering the art of living with a narcissist when leaving is not an option should be your first priority regardless of your position.
To be clear, I’m not recommending that you stay in an abusive situation in order to learn how to deal with narcissism.
What I mean is that mastering the skills of living with a narcissist when leaving isn’t an option can lay the groundwork for you to reestablish your identity, financial stability, core values, and self-esteem.
