Newburyport Public Library

Healing from toxic relationships, 10 essential steps to recover from gaslighting, narcissism, and emotional abuse, by Stephanie Moulton Sarkis, PhD

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Includes bibliographical references (pages 231-234) and index

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Healing from toxic relationships

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by Stephanie Moulton Sarkis, PhD

10 essential steps to recover from gaslighting, narcissism, and emotional abuse

"Surviving and escaping a toxic or abusive relationship can often only be part of the struggle. Long after, survivors often struggle to heal; your self-esteem may be damaged, you may feel rage and betrayal, and you may punish and/or blame yourself. The author of Gaslighting and specialist in toxic behavior, narcissistic abuse, and personality disorders, Dr. Stephanie Sarkis has seen it all -- and she is here to help you understand how to move forward. In [this book], Dr. Sarkis extends compassion and knowledge to survivors, helping you understand the underpinnings of toxic behavior and how to find peace" -- Back cover

How did we get here?: What a toxic relationship looks like and how to identify toxic people -- Block contact if you can: How to prevent unwanted contact from a toxic person, and what to do when you can't -- (For)get closure: Why it's hard to find resolution after a toxic relationship, and how to move on without it -- Forgive yourself: How to let go of anger and self-blame -- Establish boundaries: How to protect your interests and put yourself first -- Talk to a professional: How to find and work with a mental health care provider -- Practice self-care: How to make sure your needs are met and build care into your daily routine -- Reconnect: How to rebuild relationships with emotionally healthy people -- Grieve: How to work through loss so you can heal -- Volunteer: How to reclaim your purpose through altruism -- Prevent: How to avoid toxic situations and set yourself up for healthy relationships -- You will heal

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