Mastering Co-Parenting with a Narcissist: Danish Bashir’s Five Essential Strategies
Episode Overview
Deflect, disengage, decline, document, and decide to be your best self are the 5 strategies for defeating a narcissist. Deflection involves redirecting the narcissist's energy and not internalizing their manipulative tactics. Disengaging entails setting boundaries and refusing to engage in futile debates. Declining involves asserting independence and refusing to be lured back into the narcissist's sphere. Documenting serves as a crucial strategy for recording positive interactions in co-parenting situations and negative instances of abuse or manipulation.
Deciding to be your best self means prioritising your well-being, cultivating self-love, and refusing to let the narcissist's actions define you.
When you're co-parenting with a narcissist, going no-contact isn’t an option. So, how do you protect yourself and thrive despite the challenges? In this episode, Danish Bashir, a certified clinical trauma specialist and expert in narcissistic abuse recovery, breaks down five practical strategies to help you navigate this tricky terrain. Danish introduces the 'Five Ds': Deflect, Disengage, Decline, Document, and Decide to be your best self. Each strategy is designed to help you manage interactions and maintain your sanity.
Deflecting involves redirecting the narcissist's energy away from you. Disengaging means setting firm boundaries and not getting drawn into pointless arguments. Declining is about asserting your independence and not falling back into old patterns. Documenting is crucial for keeping track of both positive co-parenting moments and any abusive behavior. Lastly, deciding to be your best self focuses on prioritizing your well-being and refusing to let the narcissist's actions control your life.
This episode is packed with actionable advice for anyone co-parenting with a narcissist, offering tools to stay strong and resilient. Danish’s compassionate and knowledgeable approach makes this a must-listen for those seeking to reclaim their lives.