How long does the healing process take?
The degree of work we must do to restore our lives post-narcissist, depends on several factors:
1-the number of years we were in relationship with the narcissist
2-the degree of trust extended to the narcissist
3-the environment in our family-of-origin
4-financial dependence on the narcissist
5-whether or not we share children with the narcissist and how many
6-our emotional and/or geographical isolation
7-our inherent emotional resilience
8-our physical health and/or disabilities
9-our mental health and/or disorders
10-our ability to secure therapeutic support
11-our belief system and/or unquestioned assumptions
12-the degree of abuse we may have suffered from the narcissist
13-our own self-destructive behaviors/addictions
It is our experience and currently the advice of numerous psychologists, that a support community facilitates healing and fosters personal growth. We do not intend to replace healthcare professionals but to serve as an adjunct for individuals in recovery from the narcissistic-relatioNship.
Love,
Charlotte