Do you feel anxious? Do you feel undermined? Do you feel judged? You may be in a relationship with someone who suffers from Narcissistic Personality Disorder.

You may feel less confident in yourself, that lately you are always making mistakes, that you are often trying to appease your partner/parents/friend and placate them. If this describes your relationship, then this can a very debilitating, exhausting and miserable experience and one that doesn't make sense. How did the the angel you loved much and believe was perfect become such a terrifying monster and then lead you to believe it is all your fault.

Traits of NPD :

A pattern of grandiosity
A need for excessive admiration
Lack of empathy
Displayed since of entitlement
Manipulative
Frequent envy
Sense of self-superiority
Believes they are also the victim in most situations

This can be such a toxic and unhealthy relationship, but becoming aware that our self doubt comes from their gaslighting; we need to reclaim our self-worth, self-value and get in touch with our own sense of self. Feeling powerful in ourselves is the desired outcome from a harmful relationship. Investing in self-care is all about making decisions which are right for us and realising how important this is and essential for our mental well-being.