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Narcissitic personality disorder: retrain your brain

Have you experienced narcissistic abuse? If so, you know the pain, hurt, confusion, and trauma all too well.


After narcissistic abuse, it can seem like it'll take a Herculean effort to get back to feeling like yourself again. While it will take hard work, it is possible to retrain your brain and start to rebuild trust - in yourself and others. In this blog post, we'll explore what it looks like to retrain your brain after narcissistic abuse and start to create a new and healthier normal.

°•Retraining your brain
Retraining your brain after narcissistic abuse can be a challenging process, but it is possible. 
One effective way to do this is by practicing self-care, such as getting enough sleep, eating a healthy diet, and engaging in regular exercise. It's also important to seek support from trusted friends or a therapist who can help you process your emotions and develop healthy coping mechanisms. Additionally, practicing mindfulness and positive self-talk can help rewire your brain to focus on the present moment and build self-esteem. 

Routine

A routine is crucial in retraining your brain after narcissistic abuse. Firstly, it provides structure and stability, which can help to reduce anxiety and stress. Secondly, it creates a sense of predictability, which can be reassuring after experiencing the unpredictability of an abusive relationship. Thirdly, it helps to establish new habits and patterns of behavior, which can replace the old, negative ones that were reinforced during the abuse. 

Exercise
Exercise is crucial for retraining your brain after narcissistic abuse. Firstly, it helps to reduce stress and anxiety, which are common symptoms of post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) that often accompany narcissistic abuse. Secondly, exercise releases endorphins, which can improve mood and increase feelings of happiness. Thirdly, regular exercise can improve cognitive function, including memory and attention, which may have been affected by the abuse. Finally, exercise can provide a sense of control and empowerment, which can be especially important for survivors of narcissistic abuse who may have felt powerless and helpless during the abuse.


 Eat right

Eating healthy is crucial in retraining your brain after narcissistic abuse for several reasons. Firstly, a balanced diet provides the necessary nutrients for brain function and repair. Secondly, consuming whole foods and avoiding processed foods can improve mood and reduce inflammation, which is often heightened after trauma. Additionally, a healthy diet can boost cognitive function and memory, which may have been affected by the abuse.
 
Dont forget where you come from.

Remembering the abuse is crucial in retraining your brain after narcissistic abuse.
 It helps you understand the impact of the abuse on your mental health and behavior. It allows you to identify the patterns of abuse and recognize the red flags in future relationships. Remembering the abuse also helps you process the trauma and heal from it. It is a necessary step towards reclaiming your power and building a healthy sense of self.

Recovering from narcissistic abuse is a long and emotionally draining process, but one that can be very rewarding in the end. Retraining your brain to think differently, meaning working on positive thinking, gratitude and self-love, is one of the most important steps in this journey. Sometimes this can feel like a daunting task, but reaching out for help can be an incredibly beneficial and life-changing part of the healing process. With the right assistance and support, you can create powerful and lasting changes in yourself and your life.

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