True Narcissistic Abuse Survivor Stories
Narcissist Mother Enlists Golden Child in PR Warfare
Editor's Note: This true narcissistic abuse story was shared by a fellow survivor. Read more survivor stories here, or submit your own story here. I have never lived with my mother, but I was extremely traumatized by her toxic behavior. I had buried some of the...
Narcissistic Mother Manipulates with Super-Projection Clapback
Editor's Note: This story was submitted by a fellow survivor of narcissistic abuse. You can submit your story here. Something weird recently happened to me with my narcissist mother. Last Tuesday, I got an email in my junk folder (all of my mother's emails go there...
I remember now: the game has changed
Editor's Note: If you need inspiration and motivation, you NEED to read this post! This beautiful submission came from one of our SPANily members and fellow survivors named Julie Liang. Not only is she a gifted artist, but she is an inspiring example of someone who is...
True Survivor Story: Monsters, Warriors and Love with a Capital L
By Christine Wills “For last year's words belong to last year's language And next year's words await another voice. And to make an end is to make a beginning. (Little Gidding)” ― T.S. Eliot There are no victims here, only warriors of truth. ...
103 Things We Would Say to Our Inner Child If We Could
What would you say if you could talk to your child self? What if you could go back in time and talk to the child you once were? What would you say? Here are the top ten things I'd have said to "me" back then. 1. You're already enough. Stop caring what anyone else...
How Two Women Took Revenge on a Cheating Narcissist: The Shocking True Story
This is a true story of how two former co-victims, Tracy and Liselle, managed to take revenge on a toxic narcissist. Payback's a B*tch! But these ladies didn't pull any punches - and together, they took a huge step toward creating positive change for themselves and...
101 Struggles Only Narcissistic Abuse Victims and Survivors Will Understand
**Trigger Warning** These statements came from real narcissistic abuse survivors and are regarding actual narcissists. Please read with this in mind** Living with a narcissist can make you feel crazy, to say the least - but any kind of relationship with a toxic person...
Narcissistic Abuse Recovery: How to Write, Accept and Release Your Abuse Story
When you've experienced narcissistic abuse, it can follow you around in your life, even after you've left the situation - and that can seriously damage your quality of life, to say the least. In this video, I'll offer you a quick overview on what you need to do to...
Male Survivor of Narcissistic Abuse Offers Hope for Fellow Survivors
Editor's Note: Today's post comes from a member of my SPAN (Support for People Affected by Narcissism in relationships) online support group, a well-educated male who has chosen to be identified by the name Manager Poet. He also happens to be a survivor of...
True Survivor Stories: 28 Things a Narcissist Does When Love-Bombing (Beware!)
(See part one) In case you're wondering what it feels like to be love-bombed by a toxic narcissist, I've complied the answers of 28 anonymous members of a private support group for narcissistic abuse survivors. Please notice the patterns and take appropriate care to...
3 True Narcissistic Abuse Survivor Stories: The Moment I Knew I Was Done
Someone in one of my groups today asked an amazing question - they wanted to know how narcissistic abuse survivors who had gone no-contact had made the choice. What had driven them to finally leave and go no-contact with their narcissists? In many cases,...
Narcissistic Abuse and Gaslighting: Reader Shares Decade-Long Survivor Story
Editor's Note: I received a moving letter from a reader who has been following my work on narcissism, and it really offers a glimpse into a long-term narcissistic relationship. I'm publishing her story as written with her permission (under the condition that she isn't...
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