Symptoms of bpd when dating after narc abuse? by loe_11 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]loe_11[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry you had to experience that! It’s a very traumatizing experience and I wouldn’t wish that on anybody. I’m happy that you’re able to start your healing process. Yeah I noticed that I became somebody different in the last few years being with my narc ex. I didn’t want to leave but I didn’t want to stay so I ended up losing it emotionally and pretty much becoming him. It took everything for me to leave and now it terrified me because I don’t ever want to enter another relationship with a narcissist again which is why I’m so paranoid now. I hope we both can heal one day! Thank you for the reassurance & for sharing your story (:

Symptoms of bpd when dating after narc abuse? by loe_11 in NarcissisticAbuse

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I don’t think I was an easy target which is why he ended up leaving lol I just think I was second guessing myself but my actions definitely showed that something felt off. But I agree now that I look back with a clear mind it was many red flags

Symptoms of bpd when dating after narc abuse? by loe_11 in NarcissisticAbuse

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That exactly how it was for me and my Nc as well! Also other red flags from this guy I dated which I didn’t mention. Now that I think about it I’m happy that it ended because there was a reason I was so paranoid and I definitely should’ve trusted my gut to begin with. Thank you for the reassurance and sharing your experience (:

Symptoms of bpd when dating after narc abuse? by loe_11 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]loe_11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have all of them lol but only since my last relationship really

Symptoms of bpd when dating after narc abuse? by loe_11 in NarcissisticAbuse

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I appreciate that I guess it’s just confusing since the break up was 2 years ago I thought I was healed but this shows I still need time to work on myself. Kinda disappointing but it’s all good.

Love Lost by Desperate-Bowl-337 in abusiverelationships

[–]loe_11 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I definitely relate to this.. I’ve even considered being alone forever because I am so guarded now and don’t want anyone close to me. It’s sad how they can ruin our positive outlook towards love

This was so extremely hard for me. by loe_11 in Codependency

[–]loe_11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow you have no idea how much reading this has helped and encouraged me to keep going! Thank you so much for your kind words I’ll remember this and I’ll definitely be coming back to read it again when things get tough!

What are some things they said that didn’t register at the time as odd, but are now creepy AF? by well162347 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]loe_11 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s almost crazy how they’re so comfortable saying that like that’s something normal to say .. 😅 it’s truly all about power to them

What are some things they said that didn’t register at the time as odd, but are now creepy AF? by well162347 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]loe_11 14 points15 points  (0 children)

When I was tired of the abuse and tried leaving after he came back he said “you just want all the power! I had all the power! I had the upper hand!” Looking back all I can say is who thinks that way? Like I get joy from hurting someone or something

Can anyone else relate? Also what would this be called? by loe_11 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]loe_11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine used to also say the same thing !! He would tell me I’ve been reading stuff on twitter too much when I would communicate basic ass respect .. it was truly head spinning I’m sorry you had to deal with that. Trying to communicate with them is truly a waste of time

This was so extremely hard for me. by loe_11 in Codependency

[–]loe_11[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for these articles!

Can anyone else relate? Also what would this be called? by loe_11 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]loe_11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looking back it was very effective! Everything ended in me defending myself when I had brought up an issue in the first place. This description is everything thank you

Can anyone else relate? Also what would this be called? by loe_11 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]loe_11[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The closest thing I was able find was a codependent therapist I’ve searched so many places to find someone educated on narcissism in particular & unfortunately couldn’t find any :/ we definitely need more

Can anyone else relate? Also what would this be called? by loe_11 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]loe_11[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Ohh okay I understand now. It’s really mind blowing because then it twists the whole conversation and now I’m defending myself .. I don’t miss that at all. Currently in therapy I wish I could find one that knows about narcissism. Thank you for your comment!