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How Narcissistic Abuse Affects Future Relationships

Don't Let Them Destroy What Love Is

By Empathic WarriorPublished 2 years ago 3 min read
How Narcissistic Abuse Affects Future Relationships
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How Narcissistic Abuse Affects Future Relationships

It's often difficult for people who have experienced narcissistic abuse to recognize the signs of this type of abuse in their future relationships.

Those who are typically narcissistic are always looking to control another person, whether physically or emotionally.

That feeling of not being able to live without someone else is incredibly common because many victims find themselves unable to think that there will be anyone better for them than the one they're with when in reality, their past relationships were abusive and unhealthy.

Narcissists Make Victims Feel Worthless

A narcissist has an inflated sense of their own importance and has a deep need for admiration.

They are usually very charismatic but tend to neglect the people in their lives.

Often, they will prey on self-critical, insecure, or feel like they lack worth.

Narcissists will frequently use these people as pawns to meet their own needs and then discard them when they become uninteresting to the narcissist.

Narcissists Want To Corrupt What Love Looks Like

Narcissists want to corrupt what love looks like. They are the ones that will go after people that someone else likes and convince them they're better than anyone else.

They will look for ways to get in someone's business, take the things they need, and sit back while they see what happens.

Narcissists only care about themselves and how people can improve their lives; this is by doing things for them or getting rid of any obstacles in their way.

Narcissists Don't Want You To Have A Happy Relationship

Narcissists are self-centered people who are incapable of caring about anyone other than themselves.

They don't want you to have a happy relationship because they would have to share the spotlight.

These manipulative monsters are only using you to pump up their already outsized ego.

If you have children with them next time, just remember that they will always be their favorite person in the world.

Don't Allow Them To Destroy What Love Is

Don't allow narcissists to destroy what love is. Narcissists are everywhere, and we must understand how best to handle them.

Embrace Healthy Relationships

Healthy relationships are a great thing. This is not only true for the people in the relationship, but for those around them as well.

Individuals who have a supportive and loving relationship with their significant other have been shown to have increased levels of happiness and better mental health.

They also appreciate their time spent with family and friends more, making healthy relationships an important factor to one’s overall wellbeing.

Set Up Boundaries

One of the most important decisions you make in life is who you surround yourself with.

Whether it be friends, coworkers, or family, certain people can bring out the best in us and others that bring out the worst.

Often we give people second chances to prove themselves worth our time before ultimately cutting them off (or at least that’s what we tell ourselves).

Setting boundaries is difficult for many people because it feels like an uncomfortable thing to do.

Boundaries are vital for individuals that have experienced trauma because they can help with healing. There are ways to set boundaries without having to be confrontational or aggressive.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the effects of narcissistic abuse can be devastating on the victim’s future relationships.

If you are currently in a toxic relationship, it is important to recognize the signs and take steps to get out as soon as possible.

Narcissistic abuse is a form of emotional abuse usually occurs within personal relationships.

It takes many forms, including being belittled, being threatened with harm, being put down for accomplishments, and being given silent treatment.

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  • Editors HHM ITabout a year ago

    The Narcissist Will Not Accept That You Don't Want Them https://youtu.be/luQJRNSwJLw

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