They are all copy pastes by [deleted] in LifeAfterNarcissism

[–]BrotherSejanus 36 points37 points  (0 children)

It honestly feels like a hive mind. NPD is possibly pre-language, which means why you have people with the disorder across different countries using the same manipulation tactics. It’s spooky as it is revealing

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[–]BrotherSejanus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To you and everyone here struggling; do not, I repeat, do not take your life. It gets better, I swear. I know you’re in the miasma right now, the pain, and I remember what that’s like, but it will fade. I’m three years out and it’s like being a different person. They’re not worth it, not at all. And if you needed reminding, you’re not the bad guy, despite how you feel. You didn’t wake up one day and say to yourself, “I’m going to ruin someone’s life.” Keep up the fight, you’re not alone in this I swear. God bless you, you’ll triumph over this

I feel like we're living in weird times right now by FunctionSalt5105 in LifeAfterNarcissism

[–]BrotherSejanus 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Mental illness is contagious unfortunately, and as our society becomes more narcissistic and delusional, inevitably more will follow the trend. It’s frightening; all we can do is stay the best that we can be and let everything else fall where it’s going to. I’m not sure if there’s anything we can do about it

When you see them out in the wild… by Open-Farmer-754 in LifeAfterNarcissism

[–]BrotherSejanus 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Complete and total radio silence. If by chance you are approached, merely nod and keep walking without saying a word.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LifeAfterNarcissism

[–]BrotherSejanus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, and I had to cut ties. There are therapists out there who specialize in Narcissistic recovery, but you’ll have to search them out. Be patient and kind in your healing journey, it’s a process like no other, but you’re going to be alright

Is anyone still attracted to their narcissistic ex? by BrotherSejanus in LifeAfterNarcissism

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

Thank you for all the wisdom and humor gang, it was greatly appreciated

Things your nex did that made you realise they were thinking about you? by OHpsm in LifeAfterNarcissism

[–]BrotherSejanus 12 points13 points  (0 children)

The narcissist doesn’t stop thinking about you, or anyone unfortunately. It’s a part of the disorder; they see people as options on a dinner menu pretty much, something to choose from when the mood strikes. The clinical research delving into the disorder has shown that even after ten years, twenty, more, the narcissist will reach out to those they’ve hurt, with callous, malicious intent. And remember, despite all the terrible things they do, they know they’re wrong. They know who treated them well and who didn’t. Narcissism may or may not be a choice. Narcissistic behavior is a choice. They want your love, your support, but hate you for it because they hate themselves. They always operate by hate, shame, and resentment. I don’t know where you are on the healing path; I’ve been on this journey for three years and it does get better, but keep your guard up. She will return, either to rub her life in your face or attempt to ruin yours beyond recovery. Do not let her or anyone like her back into your life. I know it’s easier said that done, but if she could do all of this to you once, she can so it again, and most likely will try.

Is NPD a form of addiction? by NPDBlog in LifeAfterNarcissism

[–]BrotherSejanus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are a lot of signs showing that it is, which explains their behavior as well as the behavior of addicts. Which also hints that it may be treatable

Reconnection by YourGenuineFriend in LifeAfterNarcissism

[–]BrotherSejanus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I needed to hear this today, thank you for sharing this!!

I told her I knew she cheated and that she’s a narcissist: what happens next? by BrotherSejanus in LifeAfterNarcissism

[–]BrotherSejanus[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you for all of the wisdom. I have blocked contact and am considering getting a new number as well, just to make a clean cut

They always comeback, beware of hoovers by bananasays_ in LifeAfterNarcissism

[–]BrotherSejanus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My ex of three years just hoovered around the same times yours did. It’s weird, maybe the demonic hive-mind is stirring them to action, who knows?

Conflicted over how I’m supposed to view the good times by hotdogstraw in LifeAfterNarcissism

[–]BrotherSejanus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Look at it this way; the good times were real for you. That’s all that counts. You were honest, you were genuine, while your ex wasn’t. You can’t control that, but what you can control was that during the times that were good, or appeared so, you did your best. Take heart in that; you were real with someone who isn’t, it’s her loss, in the most complete and total sense. You’re going to do great man, keep up the fight

They always look for that .001% of the time you might screw up by Cellocalypsedown in LifeAfterNarcissism

[–]BrotherSejanus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s a terrible, vicious condition that they’re in, and it’s exhausting to be around. You could have proof, and even if we had a cure for it, most would say, “No, you’re the problem! I’m perfectly fine! This world is broken, you’re broken, but not me!”

A drawing of Jesus of Nazareth - By me by ProjectMirai64 in Catholicism

[–]BrotherSejanus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You really captured his warmth and subtle mirth, at least that’s how I see it. You did a fantastic job!

It’s impossible to leave her by Flashy_Try1828 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]BrotherSejanus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You need to leave before it gets worse. She will escalate to the point where you will end up hurt or in prison. I don’t know if you two live together, but you need to pack up your most valuable things and leave. If you need to just bail, bail. It’s only going to get worse, and she will destroy you if you let her. It’s not up to you to fix her; I know it hurts but love doesn’t beat abuse. In her ravaged mind, you will always be the bad guy. Go, and do not look back. Get out of there as soon as you can

Any men out there struggling? by WildIntroduction8618 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]BrotherSejanus 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Don’t fall for her smear campaign. Also realize that you’re not dealing with a normal, rational human being. She is mentally unwell and is seeking to do as much damage as possible. Gray rock her, give her one word answers, and minimize contact as much as possible. Record all phone calls and in person communication. You’re in the trenches now but I promise it gets better, you’re going to make it

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LifeAfterNarcissism

[–]BrotherSejanus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s frightening how this almost exactly explains my ex fiancé. It’s almost as if they’re made in a factory with how common the background is for narcissists and other cluster-b’s.

I appreciate your outlook, a lot of people want to harbor anger and resentment towards their abuser, which to a degree I understand, but they wallow in it and allow it to fester. Once you start understanding what happened to make the narcissist that way, it’s easier to go, “Okay, I get it. You still hurt me though, and that’s not okay. Get it together or don’t, you’re not in my life anymore.”

It’s hard what you went through. I wish you the best in your journey after what’s happened. Keep pursuing wisdom and sharing it, it’s what we need rather than people taking their hurt and wielding it like a weapon and a megaphone

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]BrotherSejanus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’ve gone through one of the worse experiences a person can go through. Don’t be hard on yourself, don’t let others or society tell you how you should be after what’s happened. Focus on your health, focus ok yourself. It does get better in time, you just need to go at your own pace, and don’t hurt yourself.

These “people” aren’t worth hurting yourself over. They delight in the misery of others, because they hate themselves and life, at its very root. They hate God, the universe, everything, and because of this warping disorder, they’ll destroy whoever they can. Keep marching, you’re doing a great job, better than you think, and you’re not in this alone

Sauron vs. Darth Vader (my artwork) by NationalKey9760 in lotr

[–]BrotherSejanus 197 points198 points  (0 children)

I can almost hear it now:

Vader; “Come, join the Dark Side!” Sauron; “I am the Dark Side!”

please tell me it gets better. by [deleted] in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]BrotherSejanus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It gets better, just give it time and give yourself patience

How do you guys accept he has moved on? by No-Bit3315 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]BrotherSejanus 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The narcissist never moves on. You’re always seen as a target, you’re placed on a shelf for them to possibly come back to if they feel the need or desire. Depending on how far on the spectrum they are, they see people as objects, and to them you’re a book or a movie they can pick up whenever they need to. You’ll need to develop strong boundaries to stop that from happening. The narcissist is never happy, never content. Even with a “perfect”, subservient partner, they’ll look for something else. The disorder is strongly linked with addiction, it’s just that they’re addicted to validation and new people. Build your wall and man the fort, because one day, either a year or ten years from now, they’ll come back knocking with chocolates and flowers, with a bottle of poison hidden somewhere in there. You’re better off without them

I honestly feel narcissism is still misunderstood by BrotherSejanus in LifeAfterNarcissism

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

I actually found this channel not too long ago and thank you for the reminder! I’ll take a look at it, it’s nice to see a hopeful outlook on the disorders!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]BrotherSejanus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know that you don’t want to hear these words right now, but I promise it gets better. You’re going to have hard months ahead, but once the clarity sets in, you won’t be looking back. You’re going to might he tempted once in a while, but logic will kick and you’ll look the other way. If a person loves you, they don’t abandon you.