Surviving No Contact: Cynthia Bailey-Rug’s Guide to Safety and Peace
If you opt to go no contact with a narcissist in your life, you need to be prepared that things like this can happen.Take whatever steps you need to protect yourself and stay safe.
Imagine finally cutting ties with a narcissist, only to face a whirlwind of harassment and chaos. Cynthia Bailey-Rug, a Christian author and speaker, dives into the tumultuous aftermath of going no contact with a narcissist in this episode. Drawing from her own experiences and professional knowledge, she sheds light on what you might expect and how to safeguard your well-being. Narcissists thrive on control, and when that's taken away, they often lash out.
Cynthia explains that this can manifest in relentless phone calls, texts, emails, or even unannounced visits. To counter this, she advises blocking their numbers, emails, and social media accounts. She also suggests putting up no trespassing signs to deter any unwelcome visits. But it doesn’t stop there. Cynthia emphasizes the importance of documenting everything – voicemails, screenshots, you name it. This evidence can be crucial if the situation escalates to legal action.
And if the narcissist starts badmouthing you to others? Cynthia’s advice is simple: don’t engage. Arguing only wastes your energy and drags you back into their toxic web. Instead, focus on maintaining your no-contact boundary and protecting yourself. With practical tips and heartfelt advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone dealing with the fallout of severing ties with a narcissist.