Prajinta Pesqueda
Prajinta Pesqueda
The Narcissist Parentifies Their Partner
The Narcissist Parentifies Their Partner
The Narcissist Parentifies Their Partner
Saturday 10th July 2021
Discover how narcissists parentify their partners and gain insights into healing from toxic relationships on 'N.A.R.C. Troopers'.
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Prajinta Pesqueda
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Recovery from Trauma
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Get the buttons here!When Narcissists Turn Partners into Parents: Healing from Toxic Dynamics
If we don't work on ourselves, try to get whole and healed and healthy with good boundaries and self-love and self-care, and to heal all of our inner wounding and childhood trauma and attachment and abandonment and all those different things...we don't want to just keep suffering like this all the time.
Imagine being in a relationship where you're not just a partner, but also a parent. This is the unsettling reality for many involved with narcissists. In this episode of 'N.A.R.C. Troopers', host Prajinta Pesqueda unpacks the complex and often damaging dynamic of parentification. When a narcissist treats their partner as a stand-in parent, they recreate their own childhood scenarios, leading to punishment and emotional turmoil for their partner.
Sometimes, the roles reverse, and the partner ends up being parented by the narcissist, creating a mutually destructive cycle. Prajinta dives deep into the mindset of narcissists, shedding light on their lack of self-awareness and the challenges this poses in relationships. The episode emphasizes the importance of self-love and self-care in breaking free from these toxic patterns. Setting healthy boundaries and recognizing the signs of narcissistic abuse are crucial steps in the healing journey.
Listeners will find valuable insights into how to navigate these troubled waters, including the necessity of professional help when needed. Prajinta's empathetic approach offers hope and practical advice for anyone struggling with narcissistic abuse. Whether you're directly affected or supporting someone who is, this episode provides a roadmap for recovery and personal growth. Tune in to understand more about these harmful dynamics and discover ways to move forward with strength and resilience.