On the flip side, many survivors go big on lips—overlining, plumping, exaggerating. Why? Because for years they felt small. They were not allowed to express themselves fully. The narcissist made them feel like their presence was too much or not enough at the same time. What a paradox! Overdrawn lips symbolize taking back space, a visual way of saying, “I will not shrink myself anymore.”
Number eight: glitter and highlighter obsession.
After years of being in the shadows, you want to shine again, don’t you? The narcissist tried to dull your sparkle, keep you in the dark, and erase your individuality. Now that you are finding yourself again, that light within you is literally becoming visible. It’s not just about looking good; it’s about never settling ever again and never letting anyone dim your light.
Number nine: dramatic false eyelashes.
Why? Because it’s not just a beauty trend. Again, it’s a subconscious sign of hyper-awareness. Many survivors develop hyper-vigilance after abuse. They’re constantly on edge, scanning for threats, reading micro-expressions, and analyzing body language. Big dramatic lashes mimic that state of mind—wide open eyes, always watching, always alert. It’s a survival instinct, but in a different form.
Number ten: frequent makeup changes.
It feels like you’re shifting identities, but it’s not just a habit; it is a trauma response as well. One week you may be into gothic makeup; the next, you may be into soft glam, and then suddenly you are completely bare-faced. It is not about indecisiveness; it’s an identity crisis. After years of being controlled, you do not know who you really are. So, of course, you are going to try different things to find some meaning in your life, to know what your likes and dislikes are, and what you actually stand for.
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