Every woman is different and every relationship breakdown is different. Not all women “glow up” and I’d caution against replacing one systemic pressure with another. That said, the concept of thriving after divorce offers encouragement, hope, practical suggestions and support. Divorce itself
Here psychotherapist and Counsellor Margaret Ward-Martin examines narcissistic family systems and how to handle them. In such families, the narcissist, usually a parent or grandparent, demands that everyone meets their needs. They manipulate, shame, guilt trip, gaslight, and rage to maintain control. Narcissistic parents
It would be misleading to write a prescriptive list of next steps because one of the key stressors of dealing with a narcissist – ex or otherwise – is unpredictability. Their reaction to a break-up is often rage, mortification, blame, threats, emotional