Hello! I am new to the board.

[cheerfulgiverlove]

Hello!

I am an adult child of a narcissist. My narcissistic parent was brutally abused by their parents, who were most likely abused as well. Only a few short years ago I was gifted an incredible spiritual awakening that led me to finally knowing and loving myself. Only then was I able to clearly see how unhealthy my family was/is and my part in it.  It was a true gift because I was so enmeshed and controlled, there's no way I could've gotten this awareness on my own. My soul cried out and I made a choice to seek help.  It was a choice to choose life, even though I had absolutely no idea why I felt so empty - I only knew I didn't want to feel that way anymore. I love my family and know that they are doing the best they can, but I have to safely navigate these relationships with new healthy boundaries and it is not easy. I am so grateful for this online community and look forward to learning more with everyone. 

[xredshoesx]

welcome to the group cheerfulgiverlove,

that awakening moment is a powerful one indeed.  thank you for sharing that part of your journey with us.  you never know the impact on others that seeing someone come out for the better on the other side has!

i agree boundaries are the KEY to getting to that golden place of peace.   i've found what i've learned from participating here about healthy boundaries has helped all my relationships and not just the ones with the difficult people in my life.

when you are ready to share more we are listening- hope to see you on the boards soon.

[cheerfulgiverlove]

Thank you xredshoesx