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Healing the Wounds: A Survivor’s Guide to Moving On from a Narcissistic Relationship

Sherile Turner-Myles
3 min readJan 13, 2023

Toxic relationships, especially those with narcissists, can leave invisible wounds that can be just as damaging, if not more, than physical wounds. These emotional and psychological wounds can include things like low self-esteem, self-doubt, and trust issues. These invisible wounds can make it difficult for victims to move on and form healthy relationships in the future. It is important to recognize that these wounds exist and must be healed for a victim to move on from the toxic relationship fully.

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Without addressing these invisible wounds, it can be hard for a victim to trust themselves and others and to form healthy relationships in the future. Healing these invisible wounds is a crucial step in the process of moving on and finding happiness. It is important for the victim to be compassionate towards themselves and recognize that healing takes time. With the right support and resources, it is possible to heal these invisible wounds and move forward to a healthier and happier future.

Here is a guide for survivors on how to start the healing process and regain control of their lives.

  1. Acknowledge the abuse: The first step in healing is acknowledging that you were in an abusive relationship. Narcissistic abuse can be subtle, and it is easy to overlook…

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Sherile Turner-Myles
Sherile Turner-Myles

Written by Sherile Turner-Myles

I write about Covert Narcissism and other Personality Disorders, and how they impact relationships.

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