Coping with a Narcissist: 4 Strategies When No Contact Isn't Possible
Seeking help is the most important step among all of these.
Imagine being stuck in a situation where you can't cut ties with a narcissist. It sounds exhausting, right? In this episode of 'Heal from within after Narcissistic Abuse with Danish', Danish Bashir, a seasoned expert in narcissistic abuse recovery, offers practical advice on how to manage such challenging circumstances. Danish starts by discussing how to handle interactions with the narcissist, emphasizing the importance of minimizing contact and avoiding emotional reactions.
Next, he delves into understanding nervous system dysregulation and trauma responses, providing tips on how to keep your cool when the narcissist is around. He then suggests building a separate life away from the narcissist but doing so quietly to avoid unnecessary conflict. Lastly, Danish highlights the importance of seeking professional help to heal your traumas and reparenting your inner child to stop seeking approval from a narcissistic parent.
If you're looking for actionable strategies to cope with a narcissist when going no contact isn't an option, this episode is a must-listen.