3. Choose Your Timing Wisely.
Now, clearly, this depends on your particular situation, and as far as I’m concerned now is always a good time to exit an abusive, or otherwise toxic relationship dynamic. But obviously, that’s not always going to be possible, or practical. And the bottom line is this; you want to choose your time in a way that’s conducive to taking the best possible care of yourself, and others that you’re responsible for.
Making rash decisions in the heat of the moment makes it much more likely that you will go back on your decision when the dust settles, so to speak, and you’re being manipulated, lied to, or threatened, or all of the above. So never make life-altering decisions when you are highly emotional, because every time you say I’m done, it’s over, I’m leaving, and you don’t follow through, you actually lose all credibility, and your self-esteem and self-respect take a serious hit. So don’t do that to yourself.
4. Dealing With Withdrawal.
Know in advance that you will likely experience what is known as love addiction withdrawal, especially if you have yet to do your own inner work. So be prepared to ride that wave while giving yourself as much tender, loving care, nurture, and support as possible, and commit to doing the work of healing your wounded inner child.
Look, this isn’t easy work for sure, but it will be a total game-changer for you, especially if you have a pattern of attracting, and being compelled towards narcissistic partners, or toxic manipulative people in general.
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