Breaking the Narcissist's Grip: A Christian’s Guide to Cutting the Strings of Manipulation, Setting Boundaries That Stick, and Reclaiming Your Life From Takers
You feel trapped. Manipulated. Drained. But freedom is closer than you think.
You’ve prayed, pleaded, and exhausted yourself trying to make peace with the impossible. You're starting to wonder if anything can help.
Whether it’s a narcissistic spouse, parent, sibling, adult child, boss, or friend—the weight of toxic relationships has left you questioning your worth, your faith, and your future. But it doesn’t have to stay that way.
In Breaking the Narcissist’s A Christian’s Guide to Cutting the Strings of Manipulation, Setting Boundaries That Stick, and Reclaiming Your Life from Takers, author, coach, and speaker Kris Reece equips you with biblical truth, practical tools, and soul-deep encouragement to finally break free—not by changing them, but by reclaiming the life God intended for you—strong, secure, and free from the grip of toxic people.
Inside, you’ll
✅ How to spot manipulation and spiritual deception — even when it’s subtle and wrapped in guilt
✅ How to master your reactions when triggered, so they no longer control you
✅ How to set boundaries that stick, even with the most persistent manipulators
✅ How to stop living for approval and start walking boldly in God’s purpose for your life
✅ How to release what you can’t control and finally feel peace — even if they never change
When the triggers won’t stop, the doubts creep in, and the emotional chaos feels overwhelming… this book will help you rise stronger, love with wisdom, and finally find peace that no one can steal.
About the Kris Reece is a Christian counselor, coach, author, and speaker who has spent over 30 years immersed in the world of toxic relationships—studying them professionally, enduring them personally, and discerning them through biblical truth. Today, her mission is to help Christians break free from manipulation, set boundaries that stick, and conquer codependency once and for all. With a blend of practical tools, faith-filled wisdom, and real-life experience, Kris equips you to reclaim your peace, confidence, and the abundant life God intended for you.
While there are many helpful secular resources available to those navigating toxic relationships with adult individuals (be they parents/family, spouses or colleagues) who consistently exhibit emotionally-immature, Cluster B, BPD, and/or NPD traits, the work of Kris Reece takes a much-needed, welcome approach from the perspective of the Christ-follower who wants to honour Biblical teachings and live out the freedom and love that we have been gifted in Him. This book (and Kris's many YouTube videos) will greatly be appreciated by those who recognize His power to work in our lives, especially in overcoming the lies we tell ourselves about who we are.
I will be gifting this book to believers I know who - especially as caregivers - their ability to thrive has been stifled by trauma bonds, co-dependency, and an unhealthy desire to live up to the unreasonable expectations of their abusers.
Wow! Very helpful in identifying the key issues not only in the toxic people in your life, but more importantly in your life. Kris uses a magnifying glass on how these people have changed your core and she walks with you to regain your self identity. The Christian aspect is truly amazing. Kris flushes out the common Christian misconceptions about forgiveness and relationships. Bringing it all back to God and reminding us our worth comes from Christ. The book also references online worksheets and additional resources. They are easy to find and a great companion tool.
this book is a powerful, eye-opening read! it offers clarity, real-life examples, and encouragement for navigating narcissistic relationships while protecting your heart. all from a Christian perspective, but not in the typical “lead with grace and compassion” way. i love how it weaves in Scripture, grounding its guidance in faith while giving practical ways to set healthy boundaries. Kris’s honesty and compassion make it feel deeply validating. truly a great read!!