{"id":2649,"date":"2023-08-10T01:44:26","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T01:44:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/?p=2649"},"modified":"2023-08-10T05:07:41","modified_gmt":"2023-08-10T05:07:41","slug":"how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/","title":{"rendered":"How Does Marrying a Narcissist Change You &#8211; #XnarcAbuse"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_55 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-674455eef07d4\" ><span class=\"\"><span 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class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#How_Does_Marrying_a_Narcissist_Change_You\" title=\"How Does Marrying a Narcissist Change You?\">How Does Marrying a Narcissist Change You?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Lose_Your_Identity\" title=\"You Lose Your Identity\">You Lose Your Identity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Become_Insecure\" title=\"You Become Insecure\">You Become Insecure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Confused\" title=\"You Feel Confused\">You Feel Confused<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Isolated\" title=\"You Feel Isolated\">You Feel Isolated<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Lose_Trust\" title=\"You Lose Trust\">You Lose Trust<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Depressed\" title=\"You Feel Depressed\">You Feel Depressed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Anxious\" title=\"You Feel Anxious\">You Feel Anxious<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Angry\" title=\"You Feel Angry\">You Feel Angry<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Hopeless\" title=\"You Feel Hopeless\">You Feel Hopeless<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Lose_Touch_With_Reality\" title=\"You Lose Touch With Reality\">You Lose Touch With Reality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Guilty\" title=\"You Feel Guilty\">You Feel Guilty<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Ashamed\" title=\"You Feel Ashamed\">You Feel Ashamed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Trapped\" title=\"You Feel Trapped\">You Feel Trapped<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Worthless\" title=\"You Feel Worthless\">You Feel Worthless<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Lose_Motivation\" title=\"You Lose Motivation\">You Lose Motivation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Lack_Energy\" title=\"You Lack Energy\">You Lack Energy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Disabled\" title=\"You Feel Disabled\">You Feel Disabled<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Lose_Interest_in_Life\" title=\"You Lose Interest in Life\">You Lose Interest in Life<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Insignificant\" title=\"You Feel Insignificant\">You Feel Insignificant<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Exploited\" title=\"You Feel Exploited\">You Feel Exploited<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Unlovable\" title=\"You Feel Unlovable\">You Feel Unlovable<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Lose_Financial_Control\" title=\"You Lose Financial Control\">You Lose Financial Control<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Don%E2%80%99t_Recognize_Yourself\" title=\"You Don&#8217;t Recognize Yourself\">You Don&#8217;t Recognize Yourself<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Numb\" title=\"You Feel Numb\">You Feel Numb<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Terrified\" title=\"You Feel Terrified\">You Feel Terrified<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Intimidated\" title=\"You Feel Intimidated\">You Feel Intimidated<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Belittled\" title=\"You Feel Belittled\">You Feel Belittled<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Silenced\" title=\"You Feel Silenced\">You Feel Silenced<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Manipulated\" title=\"You Feel Manipulated\">You Feel Manipulated<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Disrespected\" title=\"You Feel Disrespected\">You Feel Disrespected<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Objectified\" title=\"You Feel Objectified\">You Feel Objectified<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Minimized\" title=\"You Feel Minimized\">You Feel Minimized<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Defective\" title=\"You Feel Defective\">You Feel Defective<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Dehumanized\" title=\"You Feel Dehumanized\">You Feel Dehumanized<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Brainwashed\" title=\"You Feel Brainwashed\">You Feel Brainwashed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Invisible\" title=\"You Feel Invisible\">You Feel Invisible<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Subhuman\" title=\"You Feel Subhuman\">You Feel Subhuman<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Degraded\" title=\"You Feel Degraded\">You Feel Degraded<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Disposable\" title=\"You Feel Disposable\">You Feel Disposable<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Gutted\" title=\"You Feel Gutted\">You Feel Gutted<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Hunted\" title=\"You Feel Hunted\">You Feel Hunted<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Owned\" title=\"You Feel Owned\">You Feel Owned<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Scapegoated\" title=\"You Feel Scapegoated\">You Feel Scapegoated<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Boxed_In\" title=\"You Feel Boxed In\">You Feel Boxed In<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Smeared\" title=\"You Feel Smeared\">You Feel Smeared<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Betrayed\" title=\"You Feel Betrayed\">You Feel Betrayed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Violated\" title=\"You Feel Violated\">You Feel Violated<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Stripped\" title=\"You Feel Stripped\">You Feel Stripped<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Ravaged\" title=\"You Feel Ravaged\">You Feel Ravaged<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Shattered\" title=\"You Feel Shattered\">You Feel Shattered<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Broken\" title=\"You Feel Broken\">You Feel Broken<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Damaged\" title=\"You Feel Damaged\">You Feel Damaged<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Destroyed\" title=\"You Feel Destroyed\">You Feel Destroyed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Erased\" title=\"You Feel Erased\">You Feel Erased<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Fractured\" title=\"You Feel Fractured\">You Feel Fractured<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Obliterated\" title=\"You Feel Obliterated\">You Feel Obliterated<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Crushed\" title=\"You Feel Crushed\">You Feel Crushed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Drained\" title=\"You Feel Drained\">You Feel Drained<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Wiped_Out\" title=\"You Feel Wiped Out\">You Feel Wiped Out<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Paralyzed\" title=\"You Feel Paralyzed\">You Feel Paralyzed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-62\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Dead_Inside\" title=\"You Feel Dead Inside\">You Feel Dead Inside<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-63\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Hollow\" title=\"You Feel Hollow\">You Feel Hollow<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-64\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Consumed\" title=\"You Feel Consumed\">You Feel Consumed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-65\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Engulfed\" title=\"You Feel Engulfed\">You Feel Engulfed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-66\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Suffocated\" title=\"You Feel Suffocated\">You Feel Suffocated<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-67\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Caged\" title=\"You Feel Caged\">You Feel Caged<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-68\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Chained\" title=\"You Feel Chained\">You Feel Chained<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-69\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Captive\" title=\"You Feel Captive\">You Feel Captive<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-70\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Smothered\" title=\"You Feel Smothered\">You Feel Smothered<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-71\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Trapped-2\" title=\"You Feel Trapped\">You Feel Trapped<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-72\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Overwhelmed\" title=\"You Feel Overwhelmed\">You Feel Overwhelmed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-73\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Burdened\" title=\"You Feel Burdened\">You Feel Burdened<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-74\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Strained\" title=\"You Feel Strained\">You Feel Strained<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-75\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Unable_to_Cope\" title=\"You Feel Unable to Cope\">You Feel Unable to Cope<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-76\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Maxed_Out\" title=\"You Feel Maxed Out\">You Feel Maxed Out<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-77\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Defeated\" title=\"You Feel Defeated\">You Feel Defeated<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-78\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Dejected\" title=\"You Feel Dejected\">You Feel Dejected<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-79\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Run_Down\" title=\"You Feel Run Down\">You Feel Run Down<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-80\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Worn_Down\" title=\"You Feel Worn Down\">You Feel Worn Down<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-81\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Weak\" title=\"You Feel Weak\">You Feel Weak<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-82\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Feeble\" title=\"You Feel Feeble\">You Feel Feeble<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-83\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Fragile\" title=\"You Feel Fragile\">You Feel Fragile<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-84\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Broken_Down\" title=\"You Feel Broken Down\">You Feel Broken Down<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-85\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Debilitated\" title=\"You Feel Debilitated\">You Feel Debilitated<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-86\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Incapacitated\" title=\"You Feel Incapacitated\">You Feel Incapacitated<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-87\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Powerless\" title=\"You Feel Powerless\">You Feel Powerless<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-88\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Paralyzed-2\" title=\"You Feel Paralyzed\">You Feel Paralyzed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-89\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Too_Tired_to_Go_On\" title=\"You Feel Too Tired to Go On\">You Feel Too Tired to Go On<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-90\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Unable_to_Think_Clearly\" title=\"You Feel Unable to Think Clearly\">You Feel Unable to Think Clearly<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-91\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Unmotivated\" title=\"You Feel Unmotivated\">You Feel Unmotivated<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-92\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Drained_of_Energy\" title=\"You Feel Drained of Energy\">You Feel Drained of Energy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-93\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Disoriented\" title=\"You Feel Disoriented\">You Feel Disoriented<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-94\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Depleted\" title=\"You Feel Depleted\">You Feel Depleted<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-95\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Exhausted\" title=\"You Feel Exhausted\">You Feel Exhausted<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-96\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Listless\" title=\"You Feel Listless\">You Feel Listless<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-97\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Sapped\" title=\"You Feel Sapped\">You Feel Sapped<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-98\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Weary\" title=\"You Feel Weary\">You Feel Weary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-99\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Worn_Out\" title=\"You Feel Worn Out\">You Feel Worn Out<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-100\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Zapped\" title=\"You Feel Zapped\">You Feel Zapped<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-101\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Fatigued\" title=\"You Feel Fatigued\">You Feel Fatigued<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-102\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Drained-2\" title=\"You Feel Drained\">You Feel Drained<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-103\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Sapped_of_Strength\" title=\"You Feel Sapped of Strength\">You Feel Sapped of Strength<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-104\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Incapable\" title=\"You Feel Incapable\">You Feel Incapable<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-105\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Too_Tired_to_Function\" title=\"You Feel Too Tired to Function\">You Feel Too Tired to Function<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-106\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Too_Weak_to_Carry_On\" title=\"You Feel Too Weak to Carry On\">You Feel Too Weak to Carry On<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-107\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Paralyzed_by_Exhaustion\" title=\"You Feel Paralyzed by Exhaustion\">You Feel Paralyzed by Exhaustion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-108\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-xnarcabuse\/#You_Feel_Dead_on_Your_Feet\" title=\"You Feel Dead on Your Feet\">You Feel Dead on Your Feet<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_Marrying_a_Narcissist_Change_You\"><\/span>How Does Marrying a Narcissist Change You?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Lose_Your_Identity\"><\/span>You Lose Your Identity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Marrying a narcissist causes you to lose your identity. You experience identity loss, codependency, gaslighting, and manipulation. You feel like you are losing yourself and being neglected through verbal and emotional abuse. <a title=\"How To Handle Narcissistic Abuse\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/how-to-handle-narcissistic-abuse\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Narcissistic abuse<\/a> and recovery involves rebuilding yourself and rediscovering who you are.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Become_Insecure\"><\/span>You Become Insecure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a title=\"When Will My Married Boyfriend Leave His Wife For Me?\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/relationships\/when-will-my-married-boyfriend-leave-his-wife-for-me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Marrying a narcissist leaves<\/a> you feeling insecure, with low self-esteem and a lack of confidence. You start to doubt yourself constantly. Narcissistic abuse effects include diminished self-worth that requires rebuilding self-esteem during healing from narcissism.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Confused\"><\/span>You Feel Confused<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The crazy making behavior of a narcissist spouse leads to confusion. You feel like you are experiencing manipulative <a title=\"Why And How Narcissists Play Games\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/why-and-how-narcissists-play-games\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">narcissistic mind games<\/a> and gaslighting. Marrying a <a title=\"Narcissist\u2019s major Weaknesses and Insecurities \u2013 The Complex Personality Trait of Narcissism:\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/narcissists-major-weaknesses-and-insecurities-the-complex-personality-trait-of-narcissism\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">narcissist means needing clarity and understanding of narcissism<\/a> during recovery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Isolated\"><\/span>You Feel Isolated<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A narcissist isolates you from friends and family. You feel lonely and cut off from your support systems. Narcissistic abuse recovery involves rebuilding connections and establishing new support systems.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Lose_Trust\"><\/span>You Lose Trust<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Marrying a narcissist causes you to lose trust in yourself and others. You lose faith in your own intuition and abilities. Narcissism damage requires rebuilding trust and confidence during recovery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Depressed\"><\/span>You Feel Depressed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The effects of narcissistic abuse often lead to depression. <a title=\"What Is Attachment Trauma?\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/attachment-trauma-signs-causes-how-to-heal-overcome-recovery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Healing and recovering from narcissism as the spouse of a narcissist involves overcoming<\/a> depressive thoughts, loneliness, and suicidal thinking. Rebuilding yourself through therapy is important.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Anxious\"><\/span>You Feel Anxious<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You experience anxiety attacks and panic attacks as effects of narcissistic abuse. Hypervigilance is common. Recovery requires learning relaxation techniques, establishing boundaries, and utilizing the gray rock method.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2652\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2652\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-2652\" src=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/How-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"How does marrying a narcissist change you - XnarcAbuse\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/How-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/How-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/How-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/How-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/How-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-175x98.jpg 175w, https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/How-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-450x253.jpg 450w, https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/How-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you-1170x658.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/How-does-marrying-a-narcissist-change-you.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2652\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">How does marrying a narcissist change you &#8211; XnarcAbuse<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Angry\"><\/span>You Feel Angry<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The narcissist often blames you and exhibits narcissistic rage. You feel constantly on the defensive and a sense of injustice. Recovery is about letting go, finding peace, and establishing boundaries.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Hopeless\"><\/span>You Feel Hopeless<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse diminishes your self-worth, leaving you feeling hopeless about life. Recovery is about rediscovering self-worth and purpose.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Lose_Touch_With_Reality\"><\/span>You Lose Touch With Reality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Gaslighting and other crazy making behaviors cause you to lose touch with reality. You doubt your own perceptions. Recovery involves reconnecting with yourself and establishing your own sense of truth.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Guilty\"><\/span>You Feel Guilty<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The narcissist projects blame, causing unwarranted guilt. Recovery involves self-forgiveness and recognizing projections and distortions.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Ashamed\"><\/span>You Feel Ashamed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse leads to feelings of shame and embarrassment. Healing involves establishing self-love and recognizing your self-worth.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Trapped\"><\/span>You Feel Trapped<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Economic abuse and threats often leave you feeling trapped and unable to leave the relationship. Making an exit plan and seeking support can help escape the narcissist.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Worthless\"><\/span>You Feel Worthless<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The narcissist&#8217;s devaluation leads to feelings of worthlessness. Recovery is about rebuilding your sense of worth and value.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Lose_Motivation\"><\/span>You Lose Motivation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Apathy and lack of motivation are common effects of narcissistic abuse. Healing involves rediscovering passions and meaning.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Lack_Energy\"><\/span>You Lack Energy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Exhaustion from <a title=\"How To Leave A Narcissist Or Abuser\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/how-to-leave-a-narcissist-or-abuser\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">narcissistic abuse leaves<\/a> you drained of energy. Recovery requires physical self-care and establishing healthy sleep habits.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Disabled\"><\/span>You Feel Disabled<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The complex PTSD from narcissistic abuse can leave you feeling disabled. Recovery involves recognizing your capabilities and rebuilding your independence.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Lose_Interest_in_Life\"><\/span>You Lose Interest in Life<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The monotony of narcissistic abuse leads to loss of interest. Finding joy, meaning and passion allows you to rebuild and thrive after abuse.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Insignificant\"><\/span>You Feel Insignificant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic devaluation leaves you feeling insignificant. Recovery involves learning to speak up and <a title=\"How To Set Healthy Boundaries In Your Relationships\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/how-to-set-healthy-boundaries-in-your-relationships\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">set boundaries<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Exploited\"><\/span>You Feel Exploited<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissists use and exploit you. Rebuilding your sense of self-worth helps you avoid future exploitation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Unlovable\"><\/span>You Feel Unlovable<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse damages your self-love. Recovery allows you to regain self-acceptance and recognize your worthiness of love.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Lose_Financial_Control\"><\/span>You Lose Financial Control<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissists often utilize financial abuse. Rebuilding financial independence is key. Getting your own accounts and support provides stability.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Don%E2%80%99t_Recognize_Yourself\"><\/span>You Don&#8217;t Recognize Yourself<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Losing your identity in a <a title=\"Are you a People Pleaser or CoDependent?\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/attachment-style\/codependency\/are-you-a-people-pleaser-or-codependent-recovery-treatment-overcome-relationship-behavior\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">relationship with a narcissist requires rediscovering who you are during recovery<\/a>. Realizing you are enough is crucial.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Numb\"><\/span>You Feel Numb<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Trauma bonding with a narcissist can leave you feeling emotionally numb. Recovery involves learning to feel again and rediscover your passions.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Terrified\"><\/span>You Feel Terrified<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic <a title=\"Why You Can\u2019t Leave: Understanding Emotional Abuse\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/why-you-cant-leave-understanding-emotional-abuse\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">abuse leaves<\/a> you feeling terrified about the future. Having a safety plan and support system helps provide protection.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Intimidated\"><\/span>You Feel Intimidated<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The narcissist utilizes threats to intimidate you. Recovery involves rebuilding confidence, knowing your rights, and seeking support.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Belittled\"><\/span>You Feel Belittled<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The narcissist belittles you through devaluation. Recovery requires rebuilding your sense of self-worth.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Silenced\"><\/span>You Feel Silenced<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The narcissist silences you, stifling your voice. Recovery involves finding your voice again and speaking your truth.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Manipulated\"><\/span>You Feel Manipulated<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissists manipulate through mind games. Recovery involves learning to trust yourself, see the truth, and trust your instincts.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Disrespected\"><\/span>You Feel Disrespected<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissists show no respect. Recovery involves commanding respect and reinforcing your boundaries.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Objectified\"><\/span>You Feel Objectified<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissists objectify you through entitlement. Recovery helps reinforce that you are not an object.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Minimized\"><\/span>You Feel Minimized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The narcissist minimizes you through superiority. Recovery involves learning to speak up for yourself.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Defective\"><\/span>You Feel Defective<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse leaves you feeling flawed. Recovery involves recognizing your worth along with the narcissist&#8217;s distortions.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Dehumanized\"><\/span>You Feel Dehumanized<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The narcissist&#8217;s lack of empathy is dehumanizing. Recovery helps you recognize your inherent worth and humanity.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Brainwashed\"><\/span>You Feel Brainwashed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The narcissist&#8217;s conditioning warps your thinking. Recovery requires rebuilding your own version of reality.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Invisible\"><\/span>You Feel Invisible<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The narcissist&#8217;s indifference leaves you feeling invisible. Recovery involves making yourself seen and heard.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Subhuman\"><\/span>You Feel Subhuman<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic devaluation is dehumanizing. Recovery helps you recognize your inherent value as a human being.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Degraded\"><\/span>You Feel Degraded<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse leads to feelings of degradation. Recovery involves rebuilding your dignity through boundaries.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Disposable\"><\/span>You Feel Disposable<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissists treat you as disposable through discarding. Recovery involves realizing your permanent value.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Gutted\"><\/span>You Feel Gutted<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The trauma of narcissistic abuse leaves you feeling gutted and ravaged. Healing requires time and gentleness.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Hunted\"><\/span>You Feel Hunted<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissists often stalk and provoke anxiety. Recovery requires safety planning and firm boundaries.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Owned\"><\/span>You Feel Owned<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissists view their partners as possessions. Recovery means regaining your freedom.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Scapegoated\"><\/span>You Feel Scapegoated<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissists blame and scapegoat you. Recovery involves separating truth from projections.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Boxed_In\"><\/span>You Feel Boxed In<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The narcissist traps and controls you. Recovery allows you to reclaim freedom and make your own choices.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Smeared\"><\/span>You Feel Smeared<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissists smear your reputation. Recovery involves rising above through truth and setting the record straight.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Betrayed\"><\/span>You Feel Betrayed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The lies and infidelity of the narcissist constitute betrayal. Recovery allows you to rebuild trust in yourself.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Violated\"><\/span>You Feel Violated<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse equals violation. Recovery requires rebuilding safety and trust.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Stripped\"><\/span>You Feel Stripped<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The narcissist strips away your identity. Recovery involves rediscovering who you are.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Ravaged\"><\/span>You Feel Ravaged<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The devastating effects of narcissistic abuse leave you feeling ravaged. Healing is possible through time and gentle effort.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Shattered\"><\/span>You Feel Shattered<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse can leave you feeling shattered. Recovery requires picking up the pieces and rebuilding.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Broken\"><\/span>You Feel Broken<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissism causes brokenness. Recovery allows you to become whole again.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Damaged\"><\/span>You Feel Damaged<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The effects of narcissistic abuse are damaging. <a title=\"Codependency Recovery\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/relationships\/codependent-belief\/codependency-recovery-overcome-healing-thyself-therapy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Recovery is about healing<\/a> from the damage.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Destroyed\"><\/span>You Feel Destroyed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse has devastating effects. Recovery involves rebuilding life purpose.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Erased\"><\/span>You Feel Erased<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Losing your identity to a narcissist feels like erasure. Recovery lets you rewrite your story.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Fractured\"><\/span>You Feel Fractured<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse fractures the psyche. Recovery allows the fractures to heal.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Obliterated\"><\/span>You Feel Obliterated<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse leaves you feeling obliterated. Recovery means rising from the ashes.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Crushed\"><\/span>You Feel Crushed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The crushing damage of narcissism requires healing and rebuilding.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Drained\"><\/span>You Feel Drained<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The exhaustion of narcissistic abuse drains you. Recovery involves self-care and healing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Wiped_Out\"><\/span>You Feel Wiped Out<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse fatigue leaves you wiped out. Gentle pacing aids in recovery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Paralyzed\"><\/span>You Feel Paralyzed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Trauma bonds with the narcissist paralyze you. Recovery involves breaking free.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Dead_Inside\"><\/span>You Feel Dead Inside<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Losing your sense of self leaves you feeling dead inside. Recovery reconnects you with your passions.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Hollow\"><\/span>You Feel Hollow<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse leaves you feeling hollow. Recovery allows you to rebuild your sense of self.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Consumed\"><\/span>You Feel Consumed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The all-consuming nature of narcissistic abuse requires separation and recovery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Engulfed\"><\/span>You Feel Engulfed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The engulfment of narcissistic abuse suffocates you. Recovery involves setting boundaries.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Suffocated\"><\/span>You Feel Suffocated<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The narcissist&#8217;s control is suffocating. Recovery allows you to breathe freely.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Caged\"><\/span>You Feel Caged<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The narcissist cages you, restricting freedom. Recovery lets you escape.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Chained\"><\/span>You Feel Chained<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Enmeshment with the narcissist chains you. Recovery brings autonomy.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Captive\"><\/span>You Feel Captive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The narcissist holds you captive. Recovery brings escape and freedom.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Smothered\"><\/span>You Feel Smothered<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic engulfment smothers you. Recovery provides space to flourish.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Trapped-2\"><\/span>You Feel Trapped<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse leaves you feeling trapped. Making an escape plan can provide hope.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Overwhelmed\"><\/span>You Feel Overwhelmed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The CPTSD from narcissistic abuse is overwhelming. Recovery involves balancing needs and healing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Burdened\"><\/span>You Feel Burdened<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The caretaker role with the narcissist is burdensome. Recovery requires setting limits.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Strained\"><\/span>You Feel Strained<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The emotional strain of narcissistic abuse requires relief through recovery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Unable_to_Cope\"><\/span>You Feel Unable to Cope<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The CPTSD leaves you feeling unable to cope. Support and time aids recovery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Maxed_Out\"><\/span>You Feel Maxed Out<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>CPSTD burnout leaves you maxed out. Gentle balancing helps recovery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Defeated\"><\/span>You Feel Defeated<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse leaves you feeling defeated. Recovery provides inner strength.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Dejected\"><\/span>You Feel Dejected<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic rejection inflicts deep wounds. Self-love and boundaries promote recovery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Run_Down\"><\/span>You Feel Run Down<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The exhaustion of narcissistic abuse runs you down. Adequate rest enables recovery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Worn_Down\"><\/span>You Feel Worn Down<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic fatigue wears you down. Self-care rebuilds you.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Weak\"><\/span>You Feel Weak<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse leaves you feeling weak. Recovery builds inner strength.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Feeble\"><\/span>You Feel Feeble<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>CPTSD from narcissistic abuse leaves you feeble. Recovery rebuilds capability.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Fragile\"><\/span>You Feel Fragile<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The trauma of narcissistic abuse leaves you fragile. Gentleness enables healing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Broken_Down\"><\/span>You Feel Broken Down<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse breaks you down. Patience and care aids recovery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Debilitated\"><\/span>You Feel Debilitated<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse is debilitating. Adequate time facilitates recovery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Incapacitated\"><\/span>You Feel Incapacitated<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>CPTSD leaves you feeling incapacitated. Gentle care promotes recovery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Powerless\"><\/span>You Feel Powerless<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The narcissist&#8217;s control leaves you powerless. Recovery lets you reclaim your power.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Paralyzed-2\"><\/span>You Feel Paralyzed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Trauma bonding with the narcissist induces paralysis. Taking back control aids recovery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Too_Tired_to_Go_On\"><\/span>You Feel Too Tired to Go On<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic exhaustion leaves you too tired to go on. Rest and recovery renew you.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Unable_to_Think_Clearly\"><\/span>You Feel Unable to Think Clearly<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The confusion from narcissistic abuse clouds thinking. Clarity returns with recovery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Unmotivated\"><\/span>You Feel Unmotivated<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Apathy is a consequence of narcissistic abuse. Inspiration returns in recovery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Drained_of_Energy\"><\/span>You Feel Drained of Energy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The exhaustion of narcissistic abuse drains you. Self-care provides renewal.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Disoriented\"><\/span>You Feel Disoriented<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse induces disorientation. Recovery brings restored clarity.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Depleted\"><\/span>You Feel Depleted<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse depletes you. Recovery involves self-care and restoration.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Exhausted\"><\/span>You Feel Exhausted<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>CPTSD leaves you exhausted. Gentleness enables healing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Listless\"><\/span>You Feel Listless<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse creates passionless listlessness. Inspiration returns through recovery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Sapped\"><\/span>You Feel Sapped<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic damage saps you. Healing restores energy.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Weary\"><\/span>You Feel Weary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The weariness of CPTSD requires adequate rest and recovery.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Worn_Out\"><\/span>You Feel Worn Out<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse wears you out. Self-care renews you.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Zapped\"><\/span>You Feel Zapped<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The exhaustion of CPTSD zaps you. Recovery involves balancing rest.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Fatigued\"><\/span>You Feel Fatigued<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The fatigue of narcissistic abuse requires care and healing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Drained-2\"><\/span>You Feel Drained<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse is draining. Recovery provides renewal.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Sapped_of_Strength\"><\/span>You Feel Sapped of Strength<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse saps strength. Recovery builds inner might.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Incapable\"><\/span>You Feel Incapable<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse diminishes capability. Recovery rebuilds efficacy.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Too_Tired_to_Function\"><\/span>You Feel Too Tired to Function<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The exhaustion of CPTSD leaves you unable to function. Recovery involves balancing rest.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Too_Weak_to_Carry_On\"><\/span>You Feel Too Weak to Carry On<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic abuse leaves you too weak to carry on. Gentleness enables healing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_Feel_Paralyzed_by_Exhaustion\"><\/span>You Feel Paralyzed by Exhaustion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The exhaustion of CPTSD induces paralysis. 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