Elizabeth’s Comments (group member since Aug 04, 2025)

Elizabeth’s comments from the Healing from Covert Narcissistic Abuse with Amanda Bryant group.

I didn't realize that I was dealing with covert narcissist abuse until 6 months after I ended it. I ended it because I knew I was being emotionally abused but I didn't have a name for it. I was with him for almost 3 years and I loved him deeply. Breaking up with him was extremely difficult to do but I had to choose myself. He was so loving but at the same time, he was controlling and manipulative. The silent treatment was his biggest weapon. I was like the frog slowly being boiled. It has been the relationship that has been the most difficult to get over. I have been no contact since I ended it but the trauma bond is strong and I still think of him almost every day. It is because of him that I have thrown my walls up and I don't think I will ever allow myself to fully love another man again.