Healing involves reconnecting with oneself through self-care practices, self-love, and rebuilding one's identity. Activities like engaging with nature, music therapy, creative expression, and mindfulness help survivors process trauma and rediscover joy. Self-love is crucial for establishing healthy boundaries and developing resilience against future abuse. Survivors find empowerment by revisiting old passions and hobbies, which helps rebuild self-esteem and a sense of purpose. As the author articulates, "The moment we are actually ready for healthy, nourishing love is the moment when we stop looking for that healthy relationship with another person and start looking for a healthy relationship with ourselves." Prioritizing self-care transforms the healing journey into one of self-discovery and empowerment. | Shahida Arabi | Becoming the Narcissist's Nightmare

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Reclaiming Power Through Self-Care and Self-Love

Healing involves reconnecting with oneself through self-care practices, self-love, and rebuilding one's identity. Activities like engaging with nature, music therapy, creative expression, and mindfulness help survivors process trauma and rediscover joy. Self-love is crucial for establishing healthy boundaries and developing resilience against future abuse. Survivors find empowerment by revisiting old passions and hobbies, which helps rebuild self-esteem and a sense of purpose. As the author articulates, "The moment we are actually ready for healthy, nourishing love is the moment when we stop looking for that healthy relationship with another person and start looking for a healthy relationship with ourselves." Prioritizing self-care transforms the healing journey into one of self-discovery and empowerment.

-- Shahida Arabi