But settling for this dynamic out of fear is not the life you deserve. Your life is worth so much more than settling for someone who brings you down. This time, make sure it’s the last time. You’ve likely come to this realization before, but stay strong. You’ve tried going back, only to find that nothing changes. Don’t waste more time seeking answers or closure from someone who won’t give you real understanding. Instead, recognize that this person was in your life to teach you something, not to stay forever.
Narcissists are skilled at lying and making you believe what you want to hear. Validation feels good, but remember: they’re telling you what you want to hear to get something from you. Narcissists don’t love the way others do; it’s transactional. They seek what you can give them, not you as a person.
They’re not going to let go easily. Narcissists tend to pursue those who have left them because it disrupts their need for constant supply. They might try to win you back with grand gestures or, depending on how things ended, they may leave you alone for a while. Either way, be prepared for attempts to pull you back into the cycle. But this time, stand firm.
Know that the narcissist’s attempts to re-enter your life are a part of their pattern. Your decision to walk away and stay away is an act of standing in your power. Moving forward is hard but necessary. Remember, they were in your life for a season and a reason, to teach you something important. They were never meant to be a permanent fixture.
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