Welcome to another episode of Brandi's Bookshelf. Today we will be discussing "Power: Surviving and Thriving After Narcissistic Abuse" by Shahida Arabi.
*Trigger warning*
This episode is a conversation entirely about narcissistic and post-separation abuse. Please listen or view with caution if you have experienced this type of trauma.
Brandi's definition of being in a relationship with a narcissist is a slow slip into hell with no stairs, and after a while you believe you belong there. But there is hope. This relationship doesn't have to destroy you and it doesn't have to DEFINE you forever. We encourage you to pick up a copy of "Power" and begin to take hold of the rope that leads out of the pit and into survival.
In this episode, Brandi will share with you Shahida Arabi's 7 tips covering "reverse discourse".
1 - Talking back - journals are your best friend!
2 - Word Replacement - create your narrative.
3 - Framing Connotation - upon reflection, we left the bleep off.
4 - Use What's Said to Prove Them Wrong - 'nuff said
5 - Triangulate Them Back - this is where you need your support system.
6 - Gaslighting - validate and affirm your own truths.
7 - Devaluing - turn it right round, baby.
And remember, everything said to you by a narcissist is a projection of their own fears and insecurities. Affirm yourself in what you know is true.
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