Rebuilding Your Self-Worth After a Narcissistic Relationship

Women leaving narcissistic relationships often feel worthless, anxious, and unsure about trusting themselves. Emotional abuse and constant criticism can deeply impact self-esteem and self-trust.

Rebuilding self-worth begins with recognizing your value and affirming your right to care for yourself. Journaling accomplishments, practicing positive self-talk, and celebrating even small successes can help restore confidence. Therapy offers a supportive environment to process past experiences, release self-blame, and learn strategies for assertiveness and self-compassion.

Rebuilding self-worth also includes creating boundaries that honor your needs and protect your emotional space. Over time, integrating self-care routines, supportive relationships, and mindfulness practices can strengthen resilience and help prevent future abusive patterns.

If you want support in rebuilding self-worth after a narcissistic relationship, I offer online counselling across Ontario and in-person sessions in Burlington. Book here: https://guidingyou.janeapp.com.

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