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Kaleah delves into the complexities of toxic relationships, the addictive nature of intense romantic chemistry, and the psychology behind why some individuals repeatedly attract partners who are narcissistic, addicted, or dysfunctional.
In this Pandoras Box Podcast, Kaleah delves deep into the heart-wrenching aftermath of narcissistic abuse, shedding light on why PTSD becomes a predominant challenge post-relationship.
Letting go after being entwined with a narcissist is an intricate journey. It’s not merely about physical separation; it involves an arduous introspection, confronting the reasons that tethered one to the relationship, and unraveling the self-deceptions and fears that fortified the bond.
In recent times, the terms “narcissism” and “Narcissistic Personality Disorder” have surged into the limelight, becoming prominent buzzwords in our societal conversations. Their prevalence prompts us to ponder: Is there a significant rise in individuals exhibiting narcissistic traits, or have these terms become a convenient means to brush aside complex issues with partners or family members?
Navigating the Allure and Peril of Peter Pans and Captain Hooks in Relationships
In any relationship with a narcissist – whether it’s a friendship, an intimate partnership, a family tie, or a professional association – setting robust boundaries becomes crucial.
Most people I’ve worked with coming out of Narcissistic abuse have some form of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. But they may not be aware this is what is going on. They may have a lot of the symptoms of PTSD but not realize they are suffering from PTSD, rather than just a bad breakup.
Empaths, highly sensitive people and scapegoats may have grown up in family systems where there was narcissism, sociopathy, addiction and/or mental illness. They are often the black sheep of the family and the scapegoat for the family issues. They may have been scapegoated throughout their childhood from not only their family but their peers, teachers and even church. They may have been bullied a lot.
Those of us who have been in narcissistically abusive relationships know what this is like, but it is happening on a wider scale now. Will the sociopaths of the world win? Or will those of us who align with the light? The choice belongs to us, because if we truly come together and stand strong, we are a force that won’t go down easily.
Spiritual Warfare is happening all around us. Although we might prefer to just close our eyes and pretend all is love and light, if we don’t take a stand when the darkness begins to invade our reality, we may unconsciously be taken over or controlled.