Exhaustion in a narcissistic relationship goes beyond daily tasks or juggling responsibilities. It’s the emotional and mental toll that slowly chips away at you. Living with a narcissist leaves you constantly drained, forced into self-reliance that feels more like survival than strength. You find yourself handling everything—not only physical tasks but also the emotional responsibilities they abandon. Whether it’s caring for children, managing finances, or keeping up with life’s demands, it all falls to you.
Even on days when you’re sick, overwhelmed, or simply in need of a break, there’s no one to step in. You push forward because you have to; there’s simply no other choice. This isn’t the empowering kind of independence—it’s a soul-crushing self-sufficiency, forced upon you by a partner who refuses to share the weight. This leaves you exhausted in every sense, carrying the entire relationship on your shoulders with no one to rely on but yourself.
Conclusion: Emotional Divorce
Ultimately, you may be married to a narcissist, but there is no soul in that partnership. You’re on your own, emotionally divorced from the moment they start devaluing you. Which of these signs resonates with you the most? Let me know in the comments.
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