Six Things You Shouldn't Be Ashamed of as a Narcissistic Abuse Survivor
Episode Overview
Hypersomnia is a natural trauma response. Struggling with personal hygiene is common among survivors. Difficulty maintaining household cleanliness is part of the healing process. Psychosomatic illnesses often lack clear medical explanations. Self-compassion is crucial in rejecting societal pressures.
Your body is trying to recover; it is resting deeply and still feeling exhausted because it needs more of it.
In this episode of 'Heal from within after Narcissistic Abuse with Danish', Danish Bashir, a Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Professional and Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist, tackles the often unspoken struggles faced by survivors of narcissistic abuse. Danish offers a compassionate and validating perspective, addressing six common experiences that survivors might feel ashamed of but shouldn't. From sleeping excessively to struggling with basic hygiene, Danish reassures listeners that these are normal trauma responses and not signs of weakness or failure.
He delves into the concept of hypersomnia, explaining how chronic exhaustion is a natural result of enduring prolonged abuse. He also discusses the challenges of maintaining personal hygiene and household cleanliness when physical and emotional energy is depleted. Danish shares his own experiences, making the episode relatable and deeply empathetic. The episode continues with a discussion on the difficulty of changing clothes and managing psychosomatic illnesses.
Danish emphasises that these struggles are part of the healing process and should be met with self-compassion rather than shame. He encourages listeners to honour their bodies' needs and to reject societal pressures to 'get over it' quickly. Danish's heartfelt advice and personal anecdotes create a supportive space for survivors to feel understood and less isolated in their journey. By normalising these experiences, he helps to dismantle the stigma surrounding trauma recovery.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with the aftermath of narcissistic abuse, offering hope and practical advice for moving forward. If you're seeking validation and understanding in your recovery journey, this episode provides a comforting reminder that it's okay to take your time to heal. Why not give it a listen and see how it resonates with your own experiences?