Prajinta Pesqueda
Prajinta Pesqueda
A Promise of Forever
A Promise of Forever
A Promise of Forever
Sunday 4th September 2022
Unmask the illusion of narcissistic promises and find paths to healing in this revealing episode of N.A.R.C. Troopers.
12 minutes
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Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!The Illusion of Forever: Unmasking Narcissistic Promises
They will promise you a dream, but they will always give you a nightmare. Always, without exception. You cannot win. You have already lost. You just don't know it.
Picture this: a perfect summer evening in Paris, standing in a beautiful church, listening to a choir practice. Your partner turns to you and promises, 'I will never leave. I vow to love you forever'. Sounds like a dream, right? But for Prajinta Pesqueda, host of N.A.R.C. Troopers, this moment was part of a painful reality check about narcissistic relationships. In this episode, Prajinta takes listeners on a journey through the deceptive world of narcissistic promises.
Narcissists often begin relationships with grand gestures and vows of eternal love, making you feel like you've found your soulmate. They mirror your every move, becoming the ideal partner. But as Prajinta reveals, this is all part of a carefully crafted illusion. Narcissists create an idealized version of you and themselves that is impossible to sustain. Eventually, the mask slips, and the true nature of the relationship is revealed.
The episode delves into the emotional rollercoaster of being in a relationship with a narcissist – the highs of feeling deeply loved and the devastating lows when the fantasy crumbles. Prajinta shares her own experiences and those of other survivors, highlighting the importance of recognizing these patterns and understanding that the promise of forever is just a mirage. For anyone grappling with the aftermath of such a relationship, this episode offers valuable insights and a sense of solidarity.
It's a reminder that while narcissistic abuse can leave you feeling broken, speaking your truth and seeking support can be powerful steps towards healing.