How do people deal with living in the same area of narcissist?
Hi, I went no contact with my sibling a few months ago, after a life time of just an awful rollercoaster. It was after being diagnosed with a serious illness I realised she didn't really care - and a therapist then pointed out that her behaviours and history pointed strongly to narcissism -and that, did I realise these were narcissistic behaviours at all?
But after going no contact and realising it was a toxic relationship - I now I feel so hemmed in. I live in the countryside between two towns, places she goes to. I can't currently move elsewhere but want to get away (always have) from the region long term. But for now my life feels so small and claustrophobic. My husband says - just do what you want and if she appears walk away. But I am so worried about being too soft - and engaging. I still feel threatened, more by my feelings of guilt and empathy - and being too soft, even though she's been so awful. Has anyone else experienced this? Thanks xx