From the psychologist and author of Gaslighting comes a practical recovery plan outlining ten foundational steps to true healing. Surviving and escaping a toxic or abusive relationship can often only be part of the struggle. Long after, survivors often struggle to heal; your self‑esteem may be damaged, you may feel rage and betrayal, and you may punish and/or blame yourself. The author of Gaslighting and specialist in toxic behavior, narcissistic abuse, and personality disorders, Dr. Stephanie Sarkis has seen it all--and she is here to help you understand how to move forward. In Healing from Toxic Relationships, Dr. Sarkis extends compassion and knowledge to survivors, helping you understand the underpinnings of toxic behavior and how to find peace. Highlighting ten essential steps, Dr. Sarkis provides survivors with an accessible framework that can be applied to anyone preparing to heal: 1. Block or Limit Contact 2. Create Your Own Closure 3. Forgive Yourself 4. Establish Boundaries 5. Talk to a Professional 6. Practice Self‑Care 7. Reconnect 8. Grieve 9. Look Outward 10. Prevent: Keeping Toxic People Away Anyone who is in a toxic relationship—whether it's with a romantic partner, colleague, family member, or friend—deserves a way out and a path forward. Dr. Sarkis offers help and hope.
Severing a cherished relationship is one of the most painful experiences in life—and cutting those emotional ties to a loved one can feel almost like ending an addiction. Up till now, people recovering from other problems were able to get real help—like AA and rehab—while those struggling in the aftermath of traumatic breaks dealt with platitudes and friends insisting they should "get over it already." But now Exaholics Anonymous treats getting over an ex like kicking a chemical habit. Written by counselor and therapist Dr. Lisa Bobby, Exaholics offers meaningful support and advice to anyone trapped in the obsessive pain of a broken, or dying, attachment. She helps the brokenhearted heal, showing them, on a deep level, how to develop a conceptual framework for their experience, understand the emotional processes at work inside themselves, find the path to recovery, and free themselves of shame, injured ego, and remorse. In-depth case studies of others' journeys will illuminate the way to future happiness.
Self-help book written by a survivor of narcissistic abuse.I have experienced the abuse of a narcissistic couple. I know what it feels like when the one you believed it was your great love leaves you broken and lost in this life. I've been empty, without direction. But I've been able not only to break the relationship, but to see the great value I carry inside me. This book revolves around you, the victim and not the narcissist or the abuser.It is important that you see that you have not been responsible for his behavior and that if you have been "trapped" into the relationship, it has not been because of his charm, but for the chemistry that his behavior has produced in you.You need to understand why you haven't been able to split up from him before, or why it is so difficult for you to do so. And if you have broken up, you need to know that the chemistry is responsible for sometimes "craving" to go back to him. You need to know that you are not a weirdo for it. It happens to us all. Don't diminish yourself for those feelings.In the break up from the narcissist emotional factors intervene. But the chemistry plays a great role as you will see in this book. In addition, the abuse you have experienced modifies your brain. Neuroscientists have discovered that long-term narcissistic abuse can lead to real physical brain damage. When we suffer constant emotional abuse, victims, we experience a reduction of the hippocampus, amygdala inflammation and inhibition of the prefrontal cortex. Which leads to devastating effects.It is important to see that you are not responsible for the behavior of the narcissist and that you have reacted in a certain way to survive, not because you have any intrinsic problem. It is necessary that you see and understand it in order to see your true value, that is independent of your achievements and is above of what others believe or say. It is very hard to see the true face of these demons, to digest that the person you have loved and to whom you have given your life to, does not exist. Opening one's eyes to the truth is very hard, but it is harder to live in an abusive relationship with mr. evil. In the book I give you the guidelines to carry out the zero contact, to get away from the toxic relationship. And if you can not do it because it is not your moment, I tell you how to apply the grey stone method that consists, basically, of refraining from any emotional reaction .But not only does the book show you how to get away from the narcissist, but it allows you to get rid of the limiting beliefs that the narcissist instilled in you.When we carry traumas and false beliefs that are not our True Self, that unconsciously keep us trapped, instead of taking care of ourselves, we continue to be the object of abuse and lack of esteem. But as you begin to be the source of your own life, you learn to live with healthy emotions, your true self comes to light. Your strength and your power come out, and the great woman inside you begins to live.Give yourself the opportunity now to take out that brave woman that lives inside and that has not been let out. Discover the great woman you are.I wish you all the best.
From a leading voice on recovering from toxic relationships, a deeply insightful guide to getting back to your "old self" again--in order to truly heal and move on. Jackson MacKenzie has helped millions of people in their struggle to understand the experience of toxic relationships. His first book, Psychopath Free, explained how to identify and survive the immediate situation. In this highly anticipated new book, he guides readers on what to do next--how to fully heal from abuse in order to find love and acceptance for the self and others. Through his close work with--and deep connection to--thousands of survivors of abusive relationships Jackson discovered that most survivors have symptoms of trauma long after the relationship is over. These range from feelings of numbness and emptiness to depression, perfectionism, substance abuse, and many more. But he’s also found that it is possible to work through these symptoms and find love on the other side, and this book shows how. Through a practice of mindfulness, introspection, and exercises using specific tools, readers learn to identify the protective self they've developed - and uncover the core self, so that they can finally move on to live a full and authentic life--to once again feel light, free, and whole, and ready to love again. This book addresses and provides crucial guidance on topics and conditions like: complex PTSD, Narcissistic abuse, Avoidant Personality Disorder, Codependency, Core wounding, toxic shame, Borderline Personality Disorder, and so many more. Whole Again offers hope and multiple strategies to anyone who has survived a toxic relationship, as well as anyone suffering the effects of a breakup involving lying, cheating and other forms of abuse--to release old wounds and safely let the love back inside where it belongs.
When you find yourself alone after a relationship breakdown and the future you once had planned has evaporated, where and how do you start to create a new future? This book can be used by the reader individually or with a life coach alongside, to support the individual in creating the first steps towards a new future and a ‘road map’ on how to get there. Dee Wilkinson uses a coaching approach throughout the workbook, taking the reader through a logical 10-step process to design a brighter future that will be in line with their authentic self. There are exercises, tools and techniques for the reader to work through to help them understand themselves fully, therefore creating better long-term decision making. A life coach can also use the resource to support the reader’s journey through the steps by asking coaching questions and offering insights and challenges as necessary to keep the reader on track. Many texts are aimed at helping people understand the psychology of why they were in a relationship, whereas this workbook enables people to take tangible steps to move on with their lives. It will be of great help to individuals seeking to move on from toxic relationships, as well as life coaches and other mental health professionals.
Toxic thoughts, depression, anxiety--our mental mess is frequently aggravated by a chaotic world and sustained by an inability to manage our runaway thoughts. But we shouldn't settle into this mental mess as if it's just our new normal. There's hope and help available to us--and the road to healthier thoughts and peak happiness may actually be shorter than you think. Backed by clinical research and illustrated with compelling case studies, Dr. Caroline Leaf provides a scientifically proven five-step plan to find and eliminate the root of anxiety, depression, and intrusive thoughts in your life so you can experience dramatically improved mental and physical health. In just 21 days, you can start to clean up your mental mess and be on the road to wholeness, peace, and happiness.
When was the last time you argued with your partner? How was your day going after you had that big argument? How it affected your work, emotional state, productivity, and so on.... Relationships, especially close relationships, are an essential part of our life - no doubt about that! And how well you pursue in such relationships often directly affect other areas of your life such as career and business, physical and emotional health, and others... We all carry our baggage from past relationships. For some, however, that baggage leads to paralyzing fear. Are you letting anxiety ruin your prospects of love? If you have ended a relationship before it got too serious because you were afraid of being dumped, you know what I'm talking about! Would you like to know what it takes to attain a life-long relationship that inspires, motivates, and bring happiness to your life? Would you like to turn around your existing relationship and destroy anger, stress, and Anxiety you are currently dealing with? You deserve respect, a special someone to cherish you, a person to grow old with and share life's obstacles and triumphs. Here are just a few things you will discover inside: Simple methods to spot Anxiety at is early stages Anxiety can be a factor that defines your successful or not even before it starts a relationship, why? Most common obstacles in relationships The things you can start doing to reduce toxicity in your relationship How mastering your emotions What psychologists wish you knew about long-term relationship stability The real secret behind nearly every passionate relationship And much more... Packed with actionable advice and strategies for stronger and more effective communication, this Bundle will teach you how to break the toxic cycle by learning to love and honor yourself above everything else. That said, this collection will guide you through every single step towards a passionate and loving relationship of your dreams! So, don't wait, scroll up, click on "Buy Now" and Start Reading!
In the wake of a devastated relationship.... Using engaging client stories, The Toxic Relationship Cure reveals how little known natural medicines can relieve mental, emotional and physical damage from toxic and unhealthy relationships. The Toxic Relationship Cure is meant for victims of these toxic relationships as well as mental health professionals. Often frustrated by clients' stubbornly self-destructive behaviors, mental health clinicians will find new hope in these pages. The toxic relationships include Boss, Parent, Lover, Friend, and the Spiritual Beyond (dysfunctional relationships with God, spirit, or a deceased individual). The vignettes based on actual cured cases render memorable portraits of each natural medicine type. The description of each homeopathic medicine includes physical symptoms it is likely to cure. These natural medicines are widely used in Europe and have many advantages over conventional psychopharmacology medications: They are non-addictive and non-toxic. The have side benefits instead of side effects: clients report improvement in apparently-unrelated physical ailments as well as in overall energy and quality of sleep. Their use is supported by research including a study by the Swiss government concluding that these medicines are as effective as conventional medicines yet less expensive. The average cost is less than a penny per day. Instead of "you'' be on this drug for the rest of your life," their effect tends to be curative within months. The Toxic Relationship Cure is engaging to read and empowering to implement, with guidance for both clients and professionals."
"The obsession of a toxic relationship can have the same enticement as drugs or alcohol. The pattern echoes time and time again: a new significant other draws you into a new relationship that starts off loving and alluring only to develop into a hurtful or abusive cycle. People who have a healthy understanding of true love do not tolerate this kind of pain. He or she will move on in search of a healthier bond. It's an unhealthy view on love that will rationalize the toxic behavior and cling to the relationship long after it should have ended. Like any other addiction, those hooked on a toxic love have no control over excessive urges to text, call, manipulate or beg for love, attention and affection. They want help. They want to end the pain and recover, but it's just like trying to shake a drug habit. In Addicted to Pain, author and relationship expert Rainie Howard reveals the truths every woman needs to heal from a toxic relationship and return to a life rich with purpose and fulfillment. This all-in-one spiritual guide provides daily insight on love addiction and a healing plan to help you recover from the overwhelming effects of a toxic relationship."--
If you have come out of a toxic relationship and are ready to move on, Focus on yourself and finally heal then keep reading... If you are like me and a lot of women then you have obsessively googled everything about narcissists, read every single article on the internet that you could find, read numerous books and watched videos on youtube.You have now indeed confirmed that you were in an abusive relationship with a narcissistic. This book is about healing yourself rather than the main focus being on the narcissist and their behaviour. Constant research on narcissism only takes away time that could be used for implementing self care patterns for your own recovery. Do you want to get past all the painful feelings such as Shock, Confusion, Fear of the future, Anger, Loneliness, abandonment and shame. If so you you have come to right place. You see, freeing yourself from destructive patterns doesn't have to be difficult. Even if you have tried researching behaviours of narcissists & other ways to move on it can be easier than you think, if done correctly. I wasted time trying to heal in the wrong way. Researching narcissism and replaying & speaking about everything over and over again rather than digging deeper, truly deeper. Don't get me wrong speaking up about abuse is the first initial, most important step you can take. But what comes next ? How do you continue to heal past this? Studies have shown time and time again that deep healing is the way to truly address issues you are facing. Children that experience certain types of trauma during childhood are more likely to end up being in some form of an abusive relationship. A study by The Nursing Clinics of North America also concluded that Healing the inner child by grieving neglected childhood developmental needs ...improves the quality of one's life. Here is a tiny fraction of what you'll discover How knowing everything about narcissism is not helping you, and what to do instead. Useful things to do In the immediate aftermath, proven methods on how to process trauma. Understanding what a Pseudo personality is and how to fix it Inner child healing, why is it useful for women like us, what it is & how to go about it. How simple exercises can help you with controlling your own thoughts after years of putting them first Healing PTSD Why meditation and mindfulness is so important. How to Reprogram your inner critic Do I need therapy? if so which is best for me Why your limited beliefs are holding you back Writing exercises for every step of the way & a 30 day recovery Journal included. Stories from real women Things you need to know before getting into a new relationship. Even if you are struck with fear for the future, feel like you will never be able to move forward & have hit rock bottom, you can break this cycle by applying the strategies in this book. If you have that burning desire to get your old self back, or better still the best version of you! Then scroll up and click "add to cart" **** Free kindle version with every paperback purchased****
