what I’ve done since leaving my narcissistic partner

Caught 8 planes in 12 months to exotic locations.

Been given unexpected and often expensive gifts.

Am hugged regularly.

Nurtured.

Stayed in beautiful rooms.

Told I look amazing by a variety of men some who I didn’t know.

Had home made meals better than a restaurant.

Was picked up at airports in out of the way stunning locations.

Driven into the hinterland of Australia to the home of a famous musician.

Listened to interesting stories told by complete strangers.

Worn amazing clothes.

Watched sea views from mountain tops.

Missed him

A little

Then thought about all the lies lies lies and more lies…told as if I were totally stupid and had not heard the first one.

Wondered how I could possibly believe a cowardly excuse for such cunning behaviour?

Realised I was shocked and running on cortisol.

Spoke to counsellors who were also shocked by the verbal abuse angry outbursts etc

Been terrified

Excited

Loved

loved

loved….

Written on Medium

Been tipped…

until there was no room for negativity left and my life became my own again

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