Narcissistic Abuse Recovery: How to Spot, Overcome, and Heal from Manipulation, Gaslighting, and Codependency: Healthy Relationships, #3

By Rita Hayes

Spot, end, and heal from narcissistic relationships and kickstart your path toward happiness

 

Have you been fighting to break free from a narcissistic abuser?

 

Do you want to finally put an end to your codependency and reclaim your sense of identity?

 

Or have you recently freed yourself but don't know where to start with the healing process?

 

Regardless of where you are in your journey, Narcissistic Abuse Recovery will show you the keys to healing from manipulation, gaslighting, and codependency.

 

If you're looking to master your own emotions, end the control of your narcissistic partner or family member, and finally start creating the life you deserve, then this book is for you.

 

In this life-changing guide, you will:

 

●       Put an end to the destructive cycle: Stop manipulation and gaslighting and FINALLY reclaim your sense of self using proven yet simple steps

●       Find out all the different ways narcissists control you: Learn the ropes on how they get in your head and under your skin using modern psychology principles

●       Build mental and emotional strength: Develop the mental and emotional fortitude to resist your abuser's actions so you can take back control of your life

●       Learn the INs and OUTs of codependency: Start your journey toward healing by getting to know the symptoms of codependency

●       Get real-world tips to reclaim your life: Gain the self-confidence, self-esteem, and motivation you need to FINALLY move forward and heal

 

And so much more

 

The hard part is acknowledging that there's a problem… which you've already done.

 

But, the fight isn't over yet.

 

Narcissistic Abuse Recovery will show you how to escape your personal hell and start building the path to your successful and positive future.

 

Grab this book and get started today. 

• Language: English
• Publisher: Elevate Publishing LLC
• Release date: Nov 30, 2023
• ISBN: 9798223606499

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Narcissistic Abuse Recovery

How to Spot, Overcome, and Heal From Manipulation, Gaslighting, and Codependency

Rita Hayes

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Introduction

I Understand the Pain

Chapter 1: The Ways of the Narcissist

What Is a Narcissist?

What Are Their Personality Traits?

Egotistical

Self-Absorbed

False Bravado

Manipulative

Intelligent

Compulsive Liars

Braggadocious

Dramatic

Veiled Narcissists

Key Takeaways

Chapter 2: Being the Victim

What Is Abuse?

Which Types of Abuse Are There?

What Are the Consequences of Narcissistic Abuse?

What Do Narcissists Do to the People They Are in Relationships With?

Idealize

Devalue

Discard

The Link Between Domestic Violence and Narcissistic Abuse

Key Takeaways

Chapter 3: Inside the Mind of a Narcissist

How Do They Treat Their Victims?

What Are They Like to Live With?

What Ticks Narcissists Off?

Stating the Truth

Ignoring Them

What Satisfies a Narcissist?

Attention and Praise

Obedience of the Victim

Key Takeaways

Chapter 4: It’s All About Control

What Is Manipulation?

What Is Gaslighting?

False Promises

Isolation

Induced Insecurity

Debilitation

Total Domination

Constant Lies

Hostile When Challenged

Pretending to Be the Savior

What Is Codependency?

Why Do Victims Stay?

Hoping It Will Get Better

Love for the Narcissist

Afraid of Ending up Alone

Dependent on the Narcissist

What Is Narcissistic Personality Disorder?

Key Takeaways

Chapter 5: Overcome and Heal

Dealing With the Trauma of Narcissistic Abuse

Despair

Education

Awakening

Boundaries

Restoration

Maintenance

How to Say ‘No’ to Narcissists

Stand Strong in Yourself

Say ‘No’ With Your Eyes

Ignore Them

Key Takeaways

Conclusion

You Are Free

References

Introduction

If you want something to cry about, cry for the narcissist's new victim(s); the innocent, unmarked, uninoculated prey. The victims are carefully chosen, and I feel sad for them. –Anonymous

I immediately noticed when he entered the room. He had an aura about him, and it drew everyone’s attention as he greeted his friends. Who is that guy? my friend whispered to me as we were sitting at a table watching the party guests arriving. He was neatly dressed and I couldn’t find any external flaws. I could hear people laughing at his jokes, hanging onto every word he was saying.

Later, he accidentally bumped into me at the snack table while I was pouring myself a drink. Aren’t we thirsty? he commented while giving me a charming smile. I greeted the stranger and he introduced himself as Nick. Five minutes into our conversation, I realized I was talking to a very intelligent and charismatic person.

He did seem to know a lot about many things, and I took his arrogance as confidence. I understood his flattery as genuine compliments. It wasn’t long before I caught myself thinking that I wouldn’t mind seeing him again. As if he heard my thoughts, he asked for my number and saved it on his cell phone. We said goodbye, and within weeks we became close and started dating.

I would later realize he was a narcissist searching for a new victim that first night. And he got me. He got me for almost two years. He turned into the most unpleasant being I have ever met, and he slyly took my self-confidence away. My existence became one full of fear, doubt, self-loathing, and being controlled. Meet Narcissus: Incarnated.

Nick does remind me of the story of Narcissus as depicted in Greek mythology around 900 BC. Narcissus, a hunter and mortal son of gods, was so in love with