Use your pain to start again

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I broke his heart. I feel terrible about it and thought I was making up for it by taking all the abuse. Apparently, he just likes hurting me because I deserve it. But I’ve seen him hurt lots of really nice women, too. I think he means to hurt people. I think he knows exactly how deeply he cuts me with his careless words.

I thought I could change him, but I was wrong. He has some Narcissistic Personality Disorder tendencies, such as never actually feeling sorry, incapable of being held accountable, and only understands the world from within a very fragile ego.

If you’re trying to have a monogamous relationship, don’t. It’s just never gonna happen. If he tells you that you’re the only one he’s having sex with, he’s lying or just referring to that hour or day. Expect lots of half truths and doublespeak. He is easily distracted and forgets about most women within three hours.

If he starts texting while you’re going down on him, he’s making fun of the previous 3 or 4 women who aren’t “currently in rotation,” he might even be sending pics of you. Over time I became paranoid. I learned not to expect a car outside every time he’s lying about having another “friend” over. He bangs homeless chicks. If you see a drugged out skinny chick walking away in any direction from his house, he probably just banged her. And he never wears a condom.

And god forbid if you don’t get him off! And if he thinks you’re lying about anything at all, just run and don’t turn back. Especially if you really are lying or if he’s into you- at the time. He never forgives. And you can mark his every threat, if you push him he will follow through without mercy or hesitation.

His best friend is that way for a reason. I’ll call her Blondie. He bangs her too, and she gives him shots. Sometimes does his hair. And ESPECIALLY don’t trust the one that lived in her garage. That “friend” got me hooked on drugs so she could have more time with Phil. She’s charming but defines the word conniving. She’s also gotten two other friends of Phil’s hooked on drugs. She’s a decent person when medicated.

The part that makes me craziest is that he won’t listen. He says he’s a godsend to women, but he’s a curse. He cycles through women like Lance Armstrong. Honeymoon phase lasts 1-2 weeks. Then 1-2 weeks of monotony and being moody, especially moody if he’s only banging you. Then he steps out. Usually with me. It took me way too long to realize the pattern. He may or may not warn you when he drops you/ kicks you to the curb. That’s why this site exists. The “friend” called it “getting strange,” as in once he can’t take it anymore he bangs the first STRANGEr he finds. Usually a drifting grifter. Just a nasty man.

I sincerely hope there is a woman strong enough and pure enough (but not naive at all) that can help that man. No one deserves to die alone. He’s making a beeline for that future as I write this. Such a disappointment.

Oh! But on the bright side, I’ve learned so much from him! I’ve learned boundaries, how to stand up for myself, who I truly am, and what my values are. When I met him I was a shell of a woman. Naive and out to get laid, no feels, no way! Then he found me on a kinky dating site. Said he could teach me kinky things. All he taught me was that I’m far stronger than I ever gave myself credit for. So if you feel victimized by him, remember that’s just the on-ramp to a better life. I read a quote that hit the nail on the head. “Every negative event contains within it the seed of an equal or greater benefit.” – Napoleon Hill

I highly recommend Stoicism if you want to stick around in his life. Here’s another: “The worst thing that happens to you may be the best thing for you if you don’t let it get the best of you.” – Will Rogers

I say, Use your pain to start again! He doesn’t own you, no matter how homeless or depressed you are. You can and you will move on without even realizing it. So just accept it and take back control of your life. You’re the only one who can. For that, just remember: A blazing fire makes flame and brightness out of everything that is thrown into it. – Marcus Aurelius

Love it!

Bitterness Repurposed: Doing the Work

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Are you ready to let go of that grudge?

When I think of Phil, I still get a knot in my throat, tears in my eyes, and a pit in my stomach. He put me and all of my friends here through so much hell. Many of you fought back, I heard he even went to jail.

But he’s still free. Walking around completely oblivious, or worse totally uncaring about the effect he’s had on us.

So yeah, I hold a grudge. Abso-fucking-lutely. But I don’t let it define me or allow it to negatively affect my truth. Trauma doesn’t go away overnight, nor on its own. You have to do the work. And here it is.

You will NEVER get a sincere apology. Just accept it.

If pigs fly and you do, I am so happy for you. And you can still do this work, too.

Imagine a trauma or emotional event. How did it make you feel? Write down every detail within your comfort zone.

Now, what is it that you wanted in that moment? What was you mind/heart/soul crying out for? What would have soothed you?

How have you felt since that event if you have not received what you needed above?

We cannot wait on apologies. Our recovery is our responsibility.

Can you imagine how you would feel if you got what you needed to overcome that moment and find your center again?

So, now, what have you learned from this exercise? About yourself, the moment, whatever comes to mind.

Finally, it’s time to commit. Write down (yes with a pointy thing in your hand on any surface suitable for writing): I commit myself to _______. This is your new mantra.

An example, for me, I commit myself to letting go of people who show me little to no respect because I respect myself, and I know that I matter.

All I ever wanted was respect.

KNOW that you are beautiful and did NOT deserve any harm that has come to you.

Detect a Narcissist with This Trick

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I’m borrowing this from a woman on Quora. Given our small group, I don’t think she will mind reposting it here.

the sign that helped me flag a closet narc was a simple test on their behavior.

check this behavior.

“what I think is, what I say,

what I say is what I do”.

if all 3 things dont go hand in hand and the reasons you get are not logical, your dealing with a closet narc.

they are incapable of doing what they say,

they are incapable of saying what they think.

and they are definately doing what they think. without considering the consequences of their actions.

Shel

Then a friend reposted this with some important nuances to keep in mind.

This is brilliant! Although not necessarily a NPD-specific test, it’s actually better. Borderline PD will also fail this test, as well as many others. However, it’s not foolproof. For example, I think I want to end this relationship, I say I’m considering leaving this relationship, but I start making long term plans with the person in the relationship… that’s just an attachment disorder. I guess checking to see if logic lines up is key. I’d also warn against using this method as a singular source of truth to base any major decisions on. However, the more tools, the merrier. I’m going to start using it on myself. I tend to say things without thinking, and on rare occasion I might hurt someone’s feelings. This method might help me figure out what instinct I was operating on and how to prevent it in the future.

Anon

3 Tricks to Spot a Narc

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Can you spot the narc?

Reveal a Narcissist’s True Colors, According To Shahida Arabi

There are many ways to figure out whether someone has narcissistic tendencies and traits. Here are the three biggest “tests” you can use to reveal a narcissist’s true colors, according to a researcher.

The Red Herring Test.

A narcissistic person lacks empathy and is willing to use whatever vulnerability they sense you have against you in order to exploit you. If you throw out a “red herring,” a false clue as to what triggers, fears, or wounds you may have, no matter how big or small, you will find that the narcissist will deliberately use this against you. For example, you may be very confident about your figure, but if you tell someone you suspect is toxic that you are insecure about it, you can bet that they will suddenly start to pick at your weight. With the red herring test, you can compel the narcissist to reveal themselves and their true nature early on so you can exit the relationship safely.

The Envy and Covert Sabotage Test.

Narcissists are pathologically envious of anyone with talents, achievements, beauty, personality traits, or popularity that surpasses theirs. Research supports that they have malicious envy – the type of envy that causes them to go out of their way to try to sabotage the people who have what they covet. That is why, if you disclose an achievement, a big interview or meeting, or any type of cause of celebration, you must watch closely for their reaction. You can choose to use a red herring here too; for example, mention that you have an interview coming up but rather than saying the actual date of the interview, suggest it is the next morning. A true narcissist will usually instigate a crazymaking argument, attempt to sabotage the interview, make you lose sleep or make a minimizing or otherwise covertly cruel comment right before they think this event is coming up. This will expose their motives and need to sabotage you, and you will be able to opt out of the relationship before it escalates.

The Boundary or Bare Minimum Test.

While the narcissist is effusively charming during the love bombing stage, they are absolutely ruthless during the devaluation stage of the relationship. If you are having doubts as to whether or not a narcissist is love bombing you in a superficial manner or genuinely interested, it can be helpful to use the boundary or bare minimum test. You may set a boundary and see how they react to it or ask them to meet certain expectations (usually the bare minimum). For example, you may say you cannot go out one night when you’re usually always available because you’re tired, or you might ask them to text you when they get home one night if you usually don’t. If they lash out in rage or overstep your boundary, you know that at the very least you may be dealing with a toxic person who is not compatible with you. If they punish, stonewall, verbally abuse, or gaslight you when you ask for the bare minimum, or give you an ultimatum, you know that at the very least you are dealing with someone who cannot even meet basic standards of communication or accountability. You deserve more than toxic relationships. You deserve freedom, healing, and thriving

Got em red handed!

Monologuer

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Oh how I do not miss my time with Philonius. I actually told him “thank you for freeing me!” But he hoovered me back in later. I did learn eventually though.

I noticed no one has shared any of his monologues. At first they were 10-30 mins of hell, then hours of hell, until I realized the harsher his reaction, the more I somehow insulted him or made clear an ugly truth. So they became compliments in a way, soon after I stopped caring and he set me free for real.

This is the most insipid monologue everyone on the planet needs to memorize and weaponize against narcissistic exes. I’m sure you’ve heard it

I’m the only person who cares about you enough to tell you the truth about yourself. Everyone else is too afraid to tell you these things, or they’re just trying to get something out of you. I say these things for your own good! I don’t enjoy giving you these life lessons you should’ve learned years ago. You should be thanking me!

…I start crying because I’m so confused and overwhelmed…

Wait. Are you fucking crying again?! I didn’t say anything to make you cry! (He’s yelling this lol) Cut the shit. Stop crying. Stop crying now!

Now I’m a blubbering mess…

What the f*** is your problem? Oh you think I’m being mean. Poor little baby. You can dish it out but you can’t take it. Go play victim with some other guy. You aren’t even worth the trouble…

STOP CRYING!! You’re nowhere near hot enough for me to put up with this shit, you fat ugly bitch! Get the fuck out! Go cry to someone who will lie to you about all your inadequacies and sugar coat everything to make you feel better about yourself.

Sometimes he took my crying to heart. Especially when it made sense to him, but if it didn’t, that’s the monologue.

BEWARE THAT MONOLOGUE!!!

His Best Friend Said…

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Hello, Idk if this belongs on your blog, but I need these women to know what kind of man they’re dealing with. He says he’s honest, but he’s honestly lying. He likes turning phrases like that, double meanings get him out of hot water. I saw right through it but I still fell for it. I only slept with him once, spent a whole lotta money and time on him, you could say he screwed me over twice! Hah!

But listen, ladies. This man is not safe. He don’t ever wear a condom, his best friend said he’d screw anything on two legs with a vagina, and she’s a woman! After knowing him for so long and noticing the different cars coming and going all hours of the day and night (I guess cuz I’m just a tv watching buddy he didn’t care to hide it), but it’s unsettling to say the least.

I’d guess he sees 3-7 women at a time, he calls it a rotisserie, in and out, he’s damn near never alone, he even complained to me about his sex addiction but wouldn’t give me none! Girls, just turn and walk the other way! I imagine he’s got a new one every other month? He goes thru those pretty quick. Not sure if they get sick of him or what. I’m a heavy woman and need some lovin too tho! Anyways, don’t be like me buyin into all his crap hoping he will do anything. He’s a user and an abuser. Plain as that. Don’t waste your time!

Round and Round Goes Phils Ferris Wheel, but This Ride Isn’t Worth It