Did you know that two of the most damaging effects of narcissistic abuse are chronic fatigue and burnout? You may feel like you’re running on empty, no matter how much sleep you get. If you’ve been caught in the web of narcissistic abuse, you might know that feeling all too well. It can also leave you feeling perpetually drained and exhausted. Today, we’re about to dive into 10 reasons why narcissistic abuse triggers chronic fatigue and burnout. Are you ready for number one?
1. Excessive drama Dealing with a narcissist is like being stuck in a never-ending soap opera, and you’re the unwilling star. Narcissists thrive on drama, constantly stirring the pot to keep everyone on edge. This constant state of chaos drains your emotional energy, leaving you feeling like you’ve run a marathon without taking a single step. As Dr. Ramani Durvasula, a clinical psychologist specializing in narcissistic abuse, points out, narcissists manufacture drama to stay relevant and in control. This emotional roller coaster is exhausting, and it’s no wonder you’re left feeling fatigued and burned out. You’re basically in survival mode, always on high alert, which wears you down mentally and physically.
2. Gaslighting Imagine constantly questioning what’s real and what’s not because someone keeps twisting the truth and making you doubt your own experiences. That’s what gaslighting feels like, and it’s a favorite tool of narcissists. They’ll tell you that you’re overreacting, that things didn’t happen the way you remember, or even that you’re imagining things. Over time, this kind of mental manipulation can wear you down, making you feel mentally drained and exhausted. As Dr. Robin Stern, a psychologist and author of The Gaslight Effect, explains, gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation that makes you feel confused and unsure of yourself. Living in that kind of mental fog is like carrying a heavy load all the time, leading to chronic fatigue and burnout because your mind never gets a break.
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