Number 2: Detach yourself from negative comments.
Engaging in an argument or lashing out against the abuser only keeps the cycle going. Many narcissists feed off of the victim’s emotional outrages and then proceed to gaslight or critique them for having anger issues. Most of the time the victim is pushed to their limits and then criticized for responding in an appropriate way.
One of the best ways to build immunity from constant criticism is to emotionally and physically detach oneself from the situation. Choosing to reject engagement gives the victim the power in the situation. Silence can be a golden tool against a narcissistic person. Giving them silence when they make their accusations are just as loud as the act of arguing back. Narcissistic people look to light a fire under their victim’s feet, and simply putting it out when it is small denies the abuser what they want: a fight.
Another immunity builder can be creating a safe space in one’s own head where you can filter out the negativity from your abuser. You can control what goes on in and out of there. The victim has a power that the abuser can never see or touch. Many specialists also recommend regular exercise and a cleaner diet to help keep the balance in the victim’s life. Balance and consistency are key to building that immunity for the simple fact that you need strength and a clear mind to fight against the abuse.
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