The Abuse I Endured From a Narcissist Will Forever Effect Me

Through these challenging moments, I have gained wisdom and strength — this is what I choose to focus on.

Jenn
That Psych Nerd

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Narcissism is a popular topic in today’s current society.

Where are the narcissists?

Who are the narcissists?

What do the narcissists want from us?

These are all questions that stream through our minds when we are first exposed to a narcissist. They seem like big scary beasts that would be hard to miss!

But in reality, narcissists are regular-looking people — and they can be hidden in plain sight.

Narcissism is a culmination of various negative behaviors, manipulation tactics, and overall emotional abuse. Although the list of what makes a narcissist is far greater than what is listed in this short article.

At some point in everyone’s life, they have encountered a narcissist or someone who is pretty freaking close to being a narcissist themselves.

The narcissist I once had in my life is no longer there. As I reflect on the past 20 years, I realize how much this person messed with me through my childhood and budding adulthood.

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Jenn
That Psych Nerd

MS in Psychology | Mom of three cats, a puppy, and many plants | That Psych Nerd |