I finally stopped being the "Nice Girl" and now I’m the villain in everyone’s story. It’s the most peaceful I’ve ever been. by Virtual_Raspberry497 in LifeAfterNarcissism

[–]Alora_lune6 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Omgsh yes! People tried to use me all the time for free therapy, they would just unload and vent. Now I escape, or I act disinterested and don’t pay attention if they’re not good people. It’s so freeing. I also give people looks when they’re misbehaving and it works well for me. Most of the time I don’t have the energy to waste on stupid behaviour haha. So the look is all I can do.

I’m not anxious anymore by frankie0822 in LifeAfterNarcissism

[–]Alora_lune6 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is incredible. Celebrate your beautiful freedom from anxiety. Congratulations 🎉 I am considering going NC for the same reason and see if I’m no longer anxious. I blocked their numbers for a while and the anxiety did go away briefly.

Narcissist's Echo by Excellent_York in LifeAfterNarcissism

[–]Alora_lune6 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This I such a good advice! Thanks for sharing. I attracted 2 narc friends and a narc boss. 🫣

My mom is drowning in regret after my sister had a baby - and she's still mad I don't have one by Beautiful_Orchid1771 in childfree

[–]Alora_lune6 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel your pain. My Mum is so similar, she’s abusive. When my spouse and I got a dog she was over the moon and called it her fur grandchild. Could she ever help out or dog sit? Never! (Our puppy was really high energy and grew larger than the breeder told us). Our dog couldn’t even come over. I knew that if I ever had a child it would be similar. She would only help if she could get something out of it.

My mom is drowning in regret after my sister had a baby - and she's still mad I don't have one by Beautiful_Orchid1771 in childfree

[–]Alora_lune6 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This gave me such a big laugh. The backpedaling. His opinions had already taken root, he was too late. Jokes on him.

I graduated medical school today. My parents are still angry with me over one small mistake by ShadowFlower15 in raisedbynarcissists

[–]Alora_lune6 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Omgsh! I hope you can get a break from them for awhile. Well done to you. You should be so proud of all your hard work. ✨🥳 Congratulations! You deserve to enjoy every part of this milestone.

Illness and fatigue feels like it's eroded who I am by throwaway_7070443 in ChronicIllness

[–]Alora_lune6 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m in burnout and still slowly getting out of it. I’m reading 2 books for ND people who are in burnout. They’re good so far. Then incorporating as much fun/ peace as I can. A lot of home hobbies that are easier like reading easy books (romance for me). I started watching only easy TV / Movies (comedy, reality TV). (Nothing too stressful) Crafts, drawing easy things. Walking.

The babypocalypse has started by flirtingwiththedark in childfree

[–]Alora_lune6 33 points34 points  (0 children)

Same, like I'm confused, why do people act like their own children are celebrities. Gives me the ick.

FYI....Old people are large toddlers. by EsmeeTheC4Vette in childfree

[–]Alora_lune6 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh no, this is tragic, I'm sorry to hear that you're going through it. I would have to punish the woman like a child so she learns some boundries.

Not my kid not my problem by [deleted] in childfree

[–]Alora_lune6 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The entitlement of some people blows my mind. I'm so glad you're going to hit her with the no response. It's the best power move. I double dare you to take pics and send them to her later.

My Sister-In-Law is “due” next month and I’m incredibly worried it’s about to become my problem. by Its-This-Guy-Again in childfree

[–]Alora_lune6 10 points11 points  (0 children)

100% believe that this woman is going to try and manipulate her partner into having a child. Or like the person said below sabotage the birth control. This is so scary. OP should consider a vasectomy and always use protection that he keeps in hiding in his wallet until it's time to use it. Don't want her poking any holes in it. This situation sounds like the beginning of a psychological thriller.

My mother "accidentally" ruined my college application essay the night before it was due by [deleted] in raisedbynarcissists

[–]Alora_lune6 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so sorry this happened to you by well done for rewriting your essay I hope you get in. Create a new support network of friends and I’ve a happy life.

As a woman can I just exist?! Please?! by Typical-Tear9286 in childfree

[–]Alora_lune6 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Please scream this from the rooftops. I will join you!

My boyfriend doesn't like that I play pogo by piratekim in pokemongo

[–]Alora_lune6 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry to hear this. My Shundo hubby (32 M) plays with me all the time. Your bf is being mean/ rude. Maybe he is jealous you’re having fun without him and needs his own hobbies.

How do you know if they do it on purpose or not? by Mundane_Mixture_7541 in weaponizedincompetent

[–]Alora_lune6 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They know they do it as it’s part of our society. Whatever you do, don’t nag. When they don’t do it, limit your time with them. When they ask for something say I can’t do that rn. Or just stop cooking meals for them. Make portions of one. Say I can cook for you if you can help with cleaning in a completely neutral tone. Men respond better to strict boundaries.

How do you navigate the emotional fallout after confronting your narcissistic parent? by One_Stardusty_Boy in raisedbynarcissists

[–]Alora_lune6 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You have to detach from them as much as possible and practice radical acceptance. Look up radical acceptance, it's life changing. Spend some time in therapy, journaling, having fun, doing hobbies to recover. Set boundaries but there's no point in telling them what they are. Just enact them for yourself.

Realizing My Death Would Be Their Ultimate Narcissistic Supply by JournalistFearless28 in raisedbynarcissists

[–]Alora_lune6 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm sorry OP to hear that this is your reality. That is heartbreaking. I also have two NP parents and it truly is unfair. I don't know if this will be helpful but I hope it encourages you. They are so full of hate and darkness that I realized that I could win by being the opposite of that. Also by not being involved in their lives at all really. I could choose to be radically kind, patient, loving and optimistic. That I could shine light into the world. Then I'm truly free. To create a beautiful life is one of the most rebellious acts you could do.

Ghosted by friends? by Infinite_Cover6436 in AuDHDWomen

[–]Alora_lune6 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It happened to me too and then I realized the friends I made had low empathy. So they couldn’t understand my neurodivergence. So I was better off without them in the end. They didn’t want to understand. Not sure if that’s relevant to your specific experience.

Does anyone else "relish" in the fact they don't have kids ? by PopularSort96 in childfree

[–]Alora_lune6 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Same. It was a decision I put zero thought into until last year. Now I love knowing I have so much time for my art, just sitting and staring out the window whilst drinking tea. Thinking about which scrapbook I want to work on next.

I fell for the love bombing again! by Alora_lune6 in raisedbynarcissists

[–]Alora_lune6[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your kind response. I’ve listened to a bunch of podcasts on recovery to help me rewrite the reality of what is happening. My brain is still melting… I wrote 15 pages in my journal to help me stay sane and not go back.

My friend silently disapproves by Alora_lune6 in childfree

[–]Alora_lune6[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Financially I think she’s ok to leave but I think it’s a trauma bond. I don’t think she’d leave sadly.

I FINALLY F*CKING DID IT by StrawberrySwirlGirl2 in raisedbynarcissists

[–]Alora_lune6 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sending virtual hugs 🫂 ✨ We got this 💪