Reactive Abuse: When Narcissists Make You Look Crazy
Episode Overview
Narcissists provoke their partners to react, making them look like the abuser. Reactive abuse can lead to feelings of guilt and confusion. It's crucial to create a safe exit strategy from such relationships. Support networks and communities can provide essential help. Recognising manipulation tactics is the first step towards healing.
They will provoke you and provoke you until you explode, then sit back and smirk, making you look like the crazy one
Ever felt like you're losing yourself in a relationship with a narcissist? In this episode of The Narcissistic Abuse & Trauma Recovery Podcast, Caroline Strawson tackles the tricky concept of reactive abuse. Caroline, a best-selling author and award-winning Trauma Therapist, shares her own experiences and explains how narcissists provoke their partners to react in ways that make them appear as the abuser. It's a tactic designed to manipulate and control, often leaving the real victim feeling confused and guilty.
Caroline dives into the emotional rollercoaster of being in such a relationship, where one moment you're angry, the next you're in tears. She also sheds light on how narcissists might even film these reactions to further manipulate and blackmail their victims. Caroline's advice is clear: it's not your fault, and there are steps you can take to protect yourself and eventually leave safely. She offers practical tips like creating an exit strategy and finding support networks.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone dealing with or recovering from narcissistic abuse, providing valuable insights and a sense of hope.