This really resonated. A few years ago, I broke off a friendship with someone I’d long considered my best friend. A narcissistic presence who drained far more than he gave. It was one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever made, but also one of the most important.
Reading through your recommendations, I found myself thinking: I wish I had these tools back then. The emotional and psychological techniques you outline would’ve helped me navigate that transition with more clarity—and probably more grace.
Grateful for this post. It’s practical, compassionate, and deeply needed.
Thank you deeply, Alexis. I'm sorry you've experienced that, but glad you had the courage to move through it. May we all have the self-compassion to do the same when faced with similar situations. 🙏
I deeply appreciate your kind words, Pelle! There's definitely a learning curve involved regarding when and where to speak our truths, and it sounds like you've earned your wisdom. May we all continue aligning with those who have the ears to listen. 🙏
Thanks so much, Anna! I love the idea of viewing decisions as either diminishing or enlarging our sense of self. Even if we can't put words to what we're feeling when faced with these decisions, we intuitively "know" if we're expanding or contracting.
Your reflections and reminders are so REAL Derek!
Thank you, Grace!
Thank you Derek 🙏🏻✨
Everybody needs to go to the home place occasionally, to see where they came from, how far they have come, and why the hell they left.
Amen, Charlotte!
Thank you for sharing, Derek.
I appreciated the practices.
They're something I'll lean into :)
Thanks so much, Jimmy! I'd love to know how it goes.
This really resonated. A few years ago, I broke off a friendship with someone I’d long considered my best friend. A narcissistic presence who drained far more than he gave. It was one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever made, but also one of the most important.
Reading through your recommendations, I found myself thinking: I wish I had these tools back then. The emotional and psychological techniques you outline would’ve helped me navigate that transition with more clarity—and probably more grace.
Grateful for this post. It’s practical, compassionate, and deeply needed.
Thank you deeply, Alexis. I'm sorry you've experienced that, but glad you had the courage to move through it. May we all have the self-compassion to do the same when faced with similar situations. 🙏
Question becomes who get who in the divorce in my life right now. Sometimes I really miss a few of them
The longing for their presence is real. May we remain compassionate with ourselves, as well as the boundaries we've set. 🙏
I deeply appreciate your kind words, Pelle! There's definitely a learning curve involved regarding when and where to speak our truths, and it sounds like you've earned your wisdom. May we all continue aligning with those who have the ears to listen. 🙏
Thanks so much, Anna! I love the idea of viewing decisions as either diminishing or enlarging our sense of self. Even if we can't put words to what we're feeling when faced with these decisions, we intuitively "know" if we're expanding or contracting.