3 common MENTAL HEALTH STRUGGLES of people in narcissistic relationships

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  • @sushmayen
    @sushmayen 14 дней назад +179

    Our anxiety gets worse when they are going through tough times. They blame us for everything.

    • @jokendrick2124
      @jokendrick2124 14 дней назад +16

      Learning to disengage helps immensely. Distance yourself if possible and do not react to them. I learned a long time ago that not reacting minimizes their input as you are no longer a supply source. Its like a kid getting tired of a toy.

    • @marygoodson4920
      @marygoodson4920 14 дней назад +6

      YES!

    • @user-zh8he6mi4b
      @user-zh8he6mi4b 14 дней назад +6

      Yesssss!!!!

    • @ISquishWorms
      @ISquishWorms 14 дней назад +8

      It's always my fault. Even when the milk went off it was my fault for not drinking it quick enough. I made the mistake of pointing out that the milk could have been frozen.

    • @maresnite
      @maresnite 14 дней назад +13

      Getting diagnosed as depressed, bi-polar, doing whatever they can, to find a category to lump me into.
      My issues come from having to interact daily, with a passive-aggressive covert narcissist.....The attempt to exert control over my entire life is bizarre.

  • @katrinaporter9226
    @katrinaporter9226 14 дней назад +79

    I see your emotions Dr. Ramani. You deserve the same validation you've freely given to all of us who are suffering. My heart goes out to you & I just wanted to say thank you for all your time & effort you've given to those who needed to hear your messages. It's meant more to us than words could ever express & it hasn't gone unnoticed! I hope you never forget that fact! You're loved & valued more than you'll ever know Dr. Ramani.. ❤

    • @Rlvpb
      @Rlvpb 11 дней назад +3

      Totally agree!!! Ty so much Dr. Ramani- prayers for u! God Bless You!! Your work is much needed in this day n time!!!

    • @GeneralButtNake
      @GeneralButtNake 6 дней назад

      Here ye, hear ye! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💯✊🏾

  • @tictactoedias1908
    @tictactoedias1908 14 дней назад +113

    Dr Ramani watching you cry broke my heart 😢 I’ve been diagnosed with complex PTSD last year . I’m seeing a fantastic psychologist for over a year , however the jumping out of my skin is still a problem, still intrusive thoughts, lots of triggers of places . Two steps forward, three steps back . Most mornings I’m so anxious takes me at least an hour to calm down , am crying just now as I feel your pain . Thank you for your honesty make me feel I’m not going nuts . You have no idea how much you have help me. I’m reading it’s not you again for the second time . Sending you heartfelt wishes of healing and hugs 🤗
    Thank you , thank you , thank you 🙏

    • @danielaroth281
      @danielaroth281 14 дней назад +12

      I really feel feel you. Still getting jumpy when I see a car that looks like his...

    • @Lilylou59
      @Lilylou59 14 дней назад +11

      Bless you Dr Ramani! I hope your life gets better soon. Yes all the trauma response is real and frightening. Thank you for this session.

    • @victoryamartin9773
      @victoryamartin9773 14 дней назад +7

      I cried with you too, thinking, crap, it can happen again after recovering to the point of being such a healed wounded healer? I don't know how many rounds of this I can take. I'm at the breaking point already. To consider this kind of trauma happening again makes me want to quit while I'm ahead.

    • @AngieSainty
      @AngieSainty 14 дней назад +2

      @@victoryamartin9773 Do you mean you want to quit the relationship?

    • @AnnePerkins-po5jo
      @AnnePerkins-po5jo 13 дней назад +2

      Seeing Dr Ramani triggered made me really want to be there for her, such as I am - still a bit broken, but I have made a good life for myself after learning many hard lessons. I wanted to reach out to everyone going through this. Using DEEP is so very helpful in many situations, but learning not to be triggered into anxiety is harder. I have not really fully succeeded and do lots of avoiding. Also, the bad dreams still come back sometimes, even decades after getting away from the worst situation. I try to steel myself, knowing that the sadistic malignant narcs would enjoy seeing me upset and anxious. Thinking about how sick and sad they must be inside is discomforting to an empath. Letting go is the only way. I love Dr Ramani's mantra of getting educated about narcissism, as it allows us to take back a large amount of control in our lives, and to watch for any 'fleas' we may have picked up from toxic situations.

  • @denisedevoto5703
    @denisedevoto5703 14 дней назад +86

    When I was 4 years old, I frequently wished I had never been born. I grew up in a toxic family and married two damaged men, the second, I believe, was a really toxic narc. My entire life, I always thought I was depressed and angry. At 55 years of age, I got divorced from my narc and went no contact with my family. It was only a couple of months after I left that I realized I wasn't depressed or angry! That discovery was amazing because I had been told my entire life that I was a depressed and angry person. I am still amazed 5 years later.

    • @sallybaddeley6060
      @sallybaddeley6060 14 дней назад +10

      I remember that feeling of praying for death as a child. It's horrible. The sad thing is in a toxic family, the non toxic person is seen as the issue even if you're a little child & they're adults who had a toxic dynamic before you were born. I'm so sorry you went through that & so pleased you got away & found yourself.

    • @denisedevoto5703
      @denisedevoto5703 14 дней назад +5

      @@sallybaddeley6060 I am so sorry for you as well. I don't think there is anything in the world sadder than a child who wishes for death. Sending virtual hugs to you. I also found a wonderful man, and we are healing together. Wishing you all the wonderful things in life.

    • @heymickey4125
      @heymickey4125 14 дней назад +3

      I’m sad bc I didn’t go no contact. I regret it immensely. I know the feeling you describe now that narc mother is dead. Narc brother who was coddled all his life is now on a smear campaign toward me. I feel it’s my fault for not going no contact a long time ago.

    • @denisedevoto5703
      @denisedevoto5703 14 дней назад

      @@heymickey4125 my mother is still alive, but I know when she dies my sister will pick up the mantle and continue to smear me. It doesn't matter if you go no contact or not, they are never going to stop talking smack about you. Just live your life, apart from them. That is when you find peace.

    • @turnbacktime65
      @turnbacktime65 13 дней назад +3

      I know exactly what you mean! Wow.

  • @TheDarkPlace00
    @TheDarkPlace00 14 дней назад +114

    Being with a narcissist can really take a toll on one’s mental health, especially feeling worthless because of constant criticism which creates self-doubt, and the depression that comes with it due to the emotional rollercoaster and constant stress.

  • @kriswinters4225
    @kriswinters4225 13 дней назад +5

    I lived on campus during college because I earned a full ride scholarship. But my narc parents would force me into their car and drive me back to their house every weekend. I wasn't allowed to drive, but I used the bus or I walked to buy my groceries and get anything else I needed: all things I bought with my money because I worked part time through school. And I did not need anything from their house. But they owned me. I was their property. Any time I said that I wanted to stay at my dorm, malignant narc father would threaten to "beat me senseless" and withdraw me from school. I said wouldn't that be throwing away free money, and he said he didn't care if it "Put Me In My Place".
    The day my college counselor told me it would be better for my mental health to just lie and say I had group projects most weekends, I couldn't stop crying - not tears of sadness, tears of joy. For the first time in my life a grown up was not agreeing that I was a thing or pretending it was ok that two abusers were regularly kidnapping me from my home.

  • @user-hn8dj4ii8g
    @user-hn8dj4ii8g 14 дней назад +76

    Going through a trauma can NOT be an excuse for abusing other people.

  • @joannecarr2034
    @joannecarr2034 14 дней назад +40

    Dr Ramani watching you cry broke my heart. Thanks so much for being vulnerable and sharing from your heart. You deserve to be happy. Thanks for helping all of us understand the craziness that has become our life

    • @user-dr8sc1gp4z
      @user-dr8sc1gp4z 14 дней назад +3

      Dr. Ramani-sorry for your troubles, but your people love you. Take care!❤️‍🩹

  • @conway8081
    @conway8081 14 дней назад +11

    The most authentic doctor I’ve ever seen. Period.

  • @RandyBrady2024
    @RandyBrady2024 14 дней назад +66

    I am 56 years old. Nearly my entire life has been being abused by narcissists. I was unable to get away from this type of people. I have 1 person left in my life. Due to legal reasons, I can't totally leave. Although, I am distancing myself over time. It took my 5 1/2 years to get over the feelings of depression and anxiety. My life is in fast foreword.

  • @costelloandlizzievolk2233
    @costelloandlizzievolk2233 14 дней назад +40

    I am a totally different person, healthier and happier, away from the narcissists. It’s heartbreaking to realize what they’ve done to me. Taking myself back and protecting myself. Thank you Dr Ramani ❤

  • @Gardenwitch1954
    @Gardenwitch1954 14 дней назад +34

    ❤🎉Divorced one month and feeling so much better!

  • @annjohnson8437
    @annjohnson8437 14 дней назад +33

    Thank you for clarifying the difference between clinical depression and the depression that goes along with abuse at the hands of a narcissist. ❤

  • @Mkr7942
    @Mkr7942 14 дней назад +23

    Dr. Ramani, just know that you are saving lives with your work, including this one. Much love and strength is being sent your way, to overcome your current challenges.

  • @julieholdcroftbetty8520
    @julieholdcroftbetty8520 14 дней назад +33

    Thank you so much for being so real. I'm crying with you. Don't forget that you aren't alone.🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @serenityhill5695
    @serenityhill5695 14 дней назад +32

    Thank you, I am avoiding all people who reminds me of my past narcissistic abuse. I have to control myself because I go into defense mode because I’m tied of people bullying me. I just want to be alone. If you’re not good for my mind, body and soul I don’t want you around me. I didn’t know that being kind would be exhausting and abusing.

    • @Cosmicoo82
      @Cosmicoo82 14 дней назад +10

      I feel the same way

    • @montena369
      @montena369 14 дней назад +6

      Same 😢

    • @opticalmixing23
      @opticalmixing23 14 дней назад +1

      You hit the nail on the head. This is logical thinking. After so many years, we as humans know what type of people help us and don't, and it is often based on what a person looks like, their physiognomy

    • @weronikaasomsson2404
      @weronikaasomsson2404 10 дней назад

      When it comes to narcissists- they are one of the big reasons He is stepping in right now!🔥💪♥ He is coming to avenge!
      👉Innocent go first- all the children of the world will disappear first then the adult believers.🥰 Jesus is coming back to pick up all those who accepted His free gift of His death for their sins. Yes, after 2 000 years He is coming back with promised salvation!🙌♥🥳
      As He speaks through the prophets He is sickened by the world: lies, abuse amd manipulations.
      Before He comes we will see Alaska's back to back earthquakes 7.6 and 7.3, we will also see Germany and Russia exchanging missiles. Jesus spoke of it all through his prophets! 🙌❤😊
      Jesus removes His believers and then Apocalypse starts, do not be left for that! 🥹❤You can still call out to Him when kids are gone! Make sure you make Jesus your Lord and Saviour🙌❤He loves you like crazy! He sees you, ♥
      😍

  • @DavidVelasquez9
    @DavidVelasquez9 12 дней назад +305

    The notion of a flawless marriage or relationship is a myth. There's no set formula for success; what works for one couple may not work for another. Yet, I've discovered that there's always a way forward, even in the most challenging times. Five years ago, my wife and I encountered significant hurdles in our marriage that nearly led to divorce. Despite the adversity, we managed to weather the storm and emerge from it with our bond renewed and revitalized

    • @user-er9hv4pl2u
      @user-er9hv4pl2u 12 дней назад

      There is a lot of sense in what you just said and I hope mine works the same way too, we are currently separated but I cant live without her, I love her so much. wish I can get her back I can do anything to have her back, we have tried therapy amongst other things

    • @DavidVelasquez9
      @DavidVelasquez9 12 дней назад +1

      Its always difficult to let someone you love go, but in my case I had the help of a spiritual adviser who saved my marriage from collapsing her name is shelly renee white

    • @user-er9hv4pl2u
      @user-er9hv4pl2u 12 дней назад

      This is helpful, I will look her up online right now...Thanks.

    • @DavidVelasquez9
      @DavidVelasquez9 12 дней назад

      You wont regret it

    • @kitty.k1924
      @kitty.k1924 11 дней назад +1

      It seems To me like you are not talking about the same thing. Dr Ramani is talking about narcissistic abuse not little problems of ordinary couples. Way off base...Pas rapport 🙄

  • @DisbandedRainbow
    @DisbandedRainbow 14 дней назад +21

    You deserve to have feelings too. You deserve self love. You deserve to be proud of your accomplishments. Idk what anyone thinks if I’m a narcissist but anyone can see you’re precious in this world and help a lot of people. Thank you. 🙏

  • @jokendrick2124
    @jokendrick2124 14 дней назад +75

    I coined a phrase while learning to deal with my late malignant narcissist husband. I quit "feeding the monster" by NOT reacting. It really helped. Try not to feed the monster by being their source of supply.

    • @caroleminke6116
      @caroleminke6116 14 дней назад

      It’s also called collusion & imo most marriages are simply examples of collusion between two people who simply don’t want to break up that corporation so they fake it

    • @elizabethash4720
      @elizabethash4720 14 дней назад +2

      Or the hungry crocodile.😊

    • @SandyBatten1962
      @SandyBatten1962 14 дней назад +5

      For many simply remaining within proximity is enough food for a narcissist. That you haven’t left is proof they still have your time & attention.

    • @jokendrick2124
      @jokendrick2124 14 дней назад +6

      @@SandyBatten1962 If you are referring to me, I watched my late malignant narcissist husband die of cancer 12 years ago. Did you read what I said initially? My "late"..... Trust me. I am no longer a source of supply. His ashes still sit in my bedroom until I decide to pitch them where he wanted them to go. I don't tolerate narcissists AT ALL. I learned my lesson. I have no need to do so. I have a very strong ego strength and do not suffer fools lightly. Any.

    • @rachelq0077
      @rachelq0077 13 дней назад +3

      It is incredible how similar all of our experiences are. I also call the malignant covert narcissist that I am divorcing, the monster.
      Knowing what he is & what he has done to me & our son, I find it very difficult to say his given name bc his given name gives him human qualities, which he does not have
      He is a monster.
      It is amazing that you also referred to your late husband as the monster too.

  • @sarah-fina
    @sarah-fina 14 дней назад +26

    What a light bulb moment… I’m not
    Clinically depressed. Wow it’s him not me… I really needed to hear that.

  • @lynnebucher6537
    @lynnebucher6537 14 дней назад +8

    I got teary eyed when you shared your current experience. This community understands what you're going through. Thanks for sharing this, and all your knowledge. Take care ❤️

  • @ruthe71
    @ruthe71 14 дней назад +12

    My youngest daughter used to say to me ‘mum you’re so much more fun when dad’s away!’. I think that says it all and yet when I finally left him my daughters turned against me and I’ve sadly not seen them for 11 years. I grew up with a narcissistic mother and a lot of violence. I then married a man I didn’t love to escape it and after 20 years left him and his emotional abuse. I’ve now been diagnosed with bpd and cptsd. I am currently in a historical trauma program and see the links so clearly now. My body pain is also linked to my trauma but it is starting to get better as I’ve cut all my family out of my life. I prioritise my own health and wellbeing now and am kind to myself ❤

  • @NovaPrincess
    @NovaPrincess 13 дней назад +4

    Working in a narcissistic workplace is a nightmare. It seems like if you're at a big organization, it's impossible to avoid narcs.

  • @wissn2112
    @wissn2112 10 дней назад +3

    When the narc isn't around. You can actually start to gather your thoughts and goals. There is no yelling or stress. When they show up. It's all about serving their needs constantly. You start to forget important things that needed to be accomplished. Narcs seem to want turmoil and failure in everything.

  • @patticastro503
    @patticastro503 14 дней назад +12

    This is very interesting as I recently separated from my narcissistic ex.
    I suffer from depression and I meditate. But when he was with me I was always tired and sometimes unable to function, but now I am sad as it was a 30 years relationship, but I am doing much better. In the energy department.

  • @idrawpeopleandanimals7252
    @idrawpeopleandanimals7252 14 дней назад +19

    Thank you so much for this video. And sharing your tears (I was crying right along with you). ❤❤❤

  • @demigaines5644
    @demigaines5644 14 дней назад +27

    Thank You So Very Much For Sharing This I Needed To Hear This After Being Horribly Abused Psychologically And Emotionally
    I Suffer From Emotional Trauma Mental Health Issues And Health Issues I Also Have A Very Low Self Esteem I Have Excessive Clinginess Anxious Severe Low Self Worth Anxiety And My Worse Is OCD ..From The Horrific Abuse I Suffered Narcissistic Abuse Is Brutal… DR RAMINI YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL WITH A BEAUTIFUL SOUL IM SO GLAD TO KNOW IM NOT ALONE...

  • @user-oq9kb5oi5f
    @user-oq9kb5oi5f 14 дней назад +18

    I get nausia,, diareah, dizzyness, shortness of breath and my heart beats fast. It's awful

    • @annjohnson8437
      @annjohnson8437 14 дней назад +3

      Same here. 😢

    • @wissn2112
      @wissn2112 10 дней назад

      I would get light headed. Her mouth abuse would not stop. They time it so you can go to work everyday and they start their crap 10 min before work. Everyday driving to work angry for years. It's sick.

  • @TheLove1Makes
    @TheLove1Makes 14 дней назад +15

    Dr Ramani Your so helpful on so many different topics. Your a lifesaver. Thanks. Make sure you take care of yourself.

  • @debbieleonhardt9668
    @debbieleonhardt9668 14 дней назад +5

    Yes!!! My last counsellor says I do have anxiety in the form of a person. When he leaves so does my anxiety. The anxious depression comes when it gets to be too much. I try to carry on with my day but during farming season which is stressful for him he reminds me in words and actions that I really am nothing but a servant to him. He can even be abusive and right after stand in front of the fridge and ask "what's to drink"....yes, I did start a reaction by saying "Open the fridge and look." And then I skadiddled away. My husband says that I clearly have a mental illness with my rollercoaster of emotions. Only when I'm pushed too far. You describe it exactly. I am typically a person that sees the joy everywhere and am very resilient but I get worn down by HIM....the good news is that he does identify that we must spend as little time together as possible. We are a farm family, he goes south for the winter and likes to go camping by himself so it is more possible than in most cases. Thank you. I've been following you for a long time and you get me through a lot! I wish I could reach in and give you a big hug.

  • @jodycasey6936
    @jodycasey6936 14 дней назад +10

    There is no one who has helped me more in the last 5 years than you , Dr. Ramani, and Dr. Les Carter. This video brought on the tears! I’m going to get your book. Thank you
    I’ll see you tomorrow ❤️

  • @Retard-mi6wf
    @Retard-mi6wf 14 дней назад +4

    Seeing you cry made me cry. This is so so bad. My narc keeps pushing and pushing. Trying to FK with me. Estate was closed in 2023. I start therapy this month. Finally took the first step. Still crying having melt downs on oublic

  • @lizprovo3906
    @lizprovo3906 14 дней назад +8

    I’m sorry you’re going thru a hard time.

  • @adrianoduse4048
    @adrianoduse4048 14 дней назад +6

    I'm so sorry you are going through a tough time, Dr Ramani. Sending you a bug hug and wishing you strength to get over it 🌹

  • @bestimpersonations
    @bestimpersonations 14 дней назад +8

    Oh, my heart goes out to you. We are all so grateful for your kind, kind spirit.

  • @turnbacktime65
    @turnbacktime65 13 дней назад +2

    I knew it was him when I came back from the spa. Had a great couple hours alone. Chatting with women. Giggling, fun gossiping, relaxing. The second my foot hit the door frame on the return trip I hear “ I need you to do …..”. I deflated like a balloon without helium. It’s like living with a toddler all the time. He had the audacity to tell his daughter I treat him like a child. What the…..

  • @PlumbTuckeredOut
    @PlumbTuckeredOut 14 дней назад +5

    Dr Ramani, let me say how much you have influenced my life and my healing since I started watching you several years ago but this video? This is REAL! I thought I was never going to get better because I wasn't as strong as you seem to be. Dropping your shoulders and your "strong face"fall away has allowed me to recognize that I am strong and I am better! I often have days of tears and angst but knowing you do too has made it all so real for me- the pain was real and the memories will continue but we will win- in the end- we ALL win. Tears show strength, courage, and perseverance... emotions are good!

  • @alexissdo
    @alexissdo 14 дней назад +2

    I think growing up with a narcissist parent I have had anxiety and depression from a very young age…it kinda just became my normal until I realized that it was in fact abnormal and worked on healing.

  • @bethgotts8031
    @bethgotts8031 14 дней назад +4

    Thank you so much for sharing. Sometimes I think I’m just an anxious mess and it’s nice to hear that I’m not alone.

  • @susanbittner2095
    @susanbittner2095 14 дней назад +9

    Dr. Ramani ,you are so right about this topic! Narcissists are bullies,, I have experienced this personally and professionly, It is absolutely terrible to experience this! I think they all should be accountable for the abuse tatics that they have done! I wish incarceration was possible in these circumstances! I worked for a company, that was all about this, so selfish, so self- centered, so immature, and so entitled, the true, honest and smart people are overlooked, the narcissitic people and the bullies thrive there, alot of these people should not even be in the positions that they are in! So very very backwards and dysfunctional! I felt so bad for you when you were crying, I have felt this way many times believe me! I appreciate you and what you stand for and all of your smart advice, help, and wisdom on this topic!❣️

    • @specialtwice4975
      @specialtwice4975 14 дней назад

      No, they are not, they are victims. I think you just can't see it right. (note: sarcasm)

  • @Rut-vi7iz
    @Rut-vi7iz 14 дней назад +8

    Sending you the love. I'm sorry for your pain. Sharing it helps me, and hearing you share your pain helps me too. We learn from each other and we can lighten each other's load. I guess I will always startle easily. You might also. ❤❤❤ We will be okay, together, across the miles.❤

  • @thinkingclearly24
    @thinkingclearly24 14 дней назад +5

    Dr Ramani You deserve your feelings. I experienced an exaggerated startle response that recently reared its head. I believe this is happening because of dealing with the reality that I am married to vulnerable covert narcissists.

  • @Kitoni31
    @Kitoni31 14 дней назад +3

    I'm so sorry you are going through this, my heart is breaking for you and everyone, who's in this💔😢. Honest gentle hugs. And I also know well, how the body keeps score.

  • @therapytalk1
    @therapytalk1 14 дней назад +16

    thank you for saying this… !

  • @DD-lr6mm
    @DD-lr6mm 14 дней назад +11

    Thanks again, this puts a tremendous amount of clarity on emotions during the normal times of sadness versus deep depression and feelings of hopelessness in such relationships...
    Recovering who I am with out all the toxicity has been a long road. I have to say, not over night but improvement is definitely noticable change in daily mood has shifted to genuine and healthy forms of emotions, hope, joy, inspiration. Love your channel.

  • @redeem372
    @redeem372 14 дней назад +5

    Thank you for going back over PTSD and Acute Anxiety Disorder again. Its refreshing to not have someone go all over the place when addressing the many different things that can happen when trying to navigate away from narcissistic people and just every day life occurences.❤

    • @redeem372
      @redeem372 14 дней назад +2

      And the toll you get from people who just don't get it, or haven't experienced enough to recognize the differences in life yet. I'm in tears too, but u have helped me get a grip a many of days. Thanks Dr Ramani

  • @TheOrignalTRockz
    @TheOrignalTRockz 14 дней назад +5

    Thank you for sharing this. Its painful and never gets old, unfortunately. We always have to watch out for our own mental health and calm. I believe it’s not a „mental health issue“, it’s a perfectly normal and healthy reaction and state to this constant abuse, as depression seems to be also an attempt to heal, as the polyvagal theory suggested. So, how do we safe ourselves and stop moving into any unpleasant experiences for ourselves and others while we fight the dragon?

  • @user-zs7xh6ot4u
    @user-zs7xh6ot4u 14 дней назад +4

    I just learned to day that the episodes in my life that I thought were depression were really a reaction to narcissistic abuse - I thought I had cycles of depression, but they were really cycles of reaction to narcissistic abuse. It is really funny, because I have had such extended periods of abuse, that I have felt almost giddy during times without abuse. It is like when I had really bad morning sickness (couldn't even keep water down, throwing up every 5-10 min all day) and I got a prescription for Zofran. My husband took me to iHop and I was raving about everything - the hash browns are incredible, this is the best toast and my husband said, "If you don't hush, people will think I never take you anywhere."

  • @user-df3eo9qx9p
    @user-df3eo9qx9p 14 дней назад +6

    Thank you for this video and sharing your story Dr. Ramani. You are a beautiful lady with a huge heart, brilliant mind and your determination and dedication of countless hours to help people around the world struggling to cope. Without you, many would be left in the darkness, pain and grief of how to process narcissistic abuse and the effects it has on mental health.
    Thank you again and please take care ❤

  • @carolynjaynes36
    @carolynjaynes36 8 дней назад +1

    C-PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Chronic Fatigue, Binge eating disorder, and then bipolar developed in response to multiple narcissists. Disability can result from years of abuse and neglect. I’m healing slowly now that there is no contact with any of them. Thank you so much! ❤

  • @Michael_Arguello
    @Michael_Arguello 14 дней назад +6

    I appreciate you opening up about the new thing many are going through including myself. Can’t think of much beyond how I can become a cog in the machine that exposes narcissism and its abus3 and impact on global mental health.
    The work you do is moving mountains. It’s already started.

  • @laurelvance5533
    @laurelvance5533 13 дней назад +1

    I have been going through what you first described now for 45 years. I have fought very hard to be happy and to just go on with life but at 72 years old, I'm finding it more and more difficult to stay on top of it. I'm at my wits end. I don't know what end is up anymore. All I want to do is cry. I find myself suddenly fighting tears at the oddest times and out of nowhere. I try to fight the depression by sitting outside and going off into my own world. Then he appears and my vacation is over.

  • @kierstymiller6305
    @kierstymiller6305 14 дней назад +3

    Thank you for being so raw and real with us Dr. Ramani. Sending you strength. ✌️❤️

  • @takiskettlechips9235
    @takiskettlechips9235 13 дней назад +1

    "life sucks and then you die" has been my mantra since i was a child. Went no contact with my mother and stopped talking to toxic people and this thought went away for the first time in my life.

  • @user-mh6ix3zr8c
    @user-mh6ix3zr8c 6 часов назад

    Your transparency, vulnerability, realness, compassion and empowerment is so so SO healing for this world. Never stop doing what you're doing! You're such a light in this world for people that are going through these struggles. Thank you for spreading education awareness and support for your clients and community

  • @rakheepatel9212
    @rakheepatel9212 14 дней назад +3

    Best description: depression-past crap anxiety-fear &worry about future crap
    Free time from the Narc vamp = happy af 😊

  • @Angela-bz8sw
    @Angela-bz8sw 4 дня назад +1

    I know Dr Ramani, my startle factor is a 10, I did not used to be this way at all. My nervous system is on overload, all the time. I so understand the jumping out of your skin feeling. It is with me all the time.
    Validating the fallout of these toxic relationships has been helpful. And agreed, going to the wrong therapist can further invalidate you.
    You are helping so many with your empathic style. Your new Fireside "Reality Check" channel, is my support group. Thank you for creating this community.
    😃

  • @luffypupperstien2706
    @luffypupperstien2706 14 дней назад +2

    I feel it more as dread than depression. It’s the knowledge that all your bread will have mold and hard as you try to get out of the well you’ll be kicked back down

  • @rcomyns4664
    @rcomyns4664 14 дней назад +3

    You are loved. Narcs be damned. So so maddening that they hold such power!

  • @johannafraguada2747
    @johannafraguada2747 14 дней назад +6

    Thank you thank you sooo much!!! Thank you to be vulnerable 💞🙏💞 thank you from Tampa Fl.

  • @DreamcloudDesignsLampwork
    @DreamcloudDesignsLampwork 14 дней назад +8

    Dr. Ramani, I like how transparent you are, by using yourself saying that you, too, have mental health issues. Bravo! Thank you for supporting your own visibility in this turmoil whirlwind of the victimhood the narcissist keeps hitting us with, our mental health issues.
    Role Model, Dr. ramani.
    Your speaking to the heart of our healing community. 😂

  • @user-mv8cz4cw8i
    @user-mv8cz4cw8i 14 дней назад +2

    Ty for being vulnerable, we see you. You helped so many people.

  • @joycox5333
    @joycox5333 2 дня назад

    Thank you Dr. R! I have 2 Mental Health Masters Degrees, a certification in Play Therapy and IQ testing. I was raised by an "Asian Tiger Mother," and a military "Full Metal Jacket/gunny sergeant" father....I have suffered for more than 32 years from malignant narcissistic husband who discarded me for a younger Asian woman ...I work with high risk/traumatized adolescents on the daily.....your video today....saved me in ways you will never understand....it is okay for me to feel sad, depressed, cry and be utterly devastated sometimes....Thank you.....this video was a God send.

  • @fallon7616
    @fallon7616 14 дней назад +7

    You always have the exact video that I need for the day. I always save your videos 💘
    I'm in a Narrcissict marriage and I am struggling with depression.

  • @franknutson6245
    @franknutson6245 14 дней назад +2

    Both my Narcissist have passed on now, I am so much more at ease and centered in my life now. I have also gotten to where if someone shows the narcissistic behavior I cut them off immediately.

  • @rakheepatel9212
    @rakheepatel9212 14 дней назад +4

    Hey all you fellow survivors it’s time to step and crunch all those eggshells they like to make our carpet!

  • @nickijames5122
    @nickijames5122 14 дней назад +6

    I’ve suffered with anxiety and panic disorder for years. Narc husband triggered my panic disorder and my generalised anxiety has got 100 times worse, no brainer. I’ve existed ever since my panic disorder which is one big reason I’ve stayed in this abusive, loveless, sexless marriage 😔 Just to think of all the men out there, even had I stayed single, I’m positive I’d have not ended up in a cycle of fear and stress and deep unhappiness. The things I used to be able to do but haven’t done for 27 years, is soul destroying. My adult sons have low mood, depression, and it’s definitely the impact of their dad’s behaviour. He is giving us all the silent treatment, 2 weeks already, yet it’s our elder son’s bday tomorrow. I’m trying to motivate him to go out for lunch but he has been very down lately, not surprising. I feel helpless although I always tell my sons I’m there for them, I understand 😢💜

    • @arezoubk
      @arezoubk 14 дней назад

      😭😭😭thx for sharing. So I know I’m not the only one😢

  • @gaylewilliams5645
    @gaylewilliams5645 14 дней назад +4

    Yes, it is all of us. 🙌Thank you

  • @HeatherSchlemmer
    @HeatherSchlemmer 14 дней назад +2

    My heart goes out to you Dr. Ramani

  • @elizabethash4720
    @elizabethash4720 14 дней назад +3

    It's amazing that even well meant reassurance toward an acquaintance, or friend or even relative can invite rejection. Covert narcicism strikes again. I have often felt "wrong"not knowing why. Thanks for clarifying this point.😊

  • @user-xk2be4ny7l
    @user-xk2be4ny7l 14 дней назад +2

    We love you and support you! Thank you for your open heart and willingness to be transparent with the world!

  • @user-uz8np4iv8g
    @user-uz8np4iv8g 14 дней назад +2

    This Podcast, is EXACTLY, how i am struggling post Narc Long term marriage.
    But Dr Ramani How i wished to be able to give you a loving, warm hug All the way from Australia.
    You are such a loving, meaningful, non judgemental Educator.
    Bless you, and A Hug from Australia

  • @albertantwi8987
    @albertantwi8987 2 дня назад

    You are a real God sent Dr. Ramani and I pray you lived long to help all those disturbed and lost souls out there due to narcissist abuse

  • @supergrover17
    @supergrover17 14 дней назад +5

    Dr Ramani, sending you warm n loving thoughts for your benefit n for all that you've done for us n in the future. You deserve it just as much as we do. Please take good n gentle care of yourself!! Lots of hugs!!!

    • @user-iq4jh8jo3o
      @user-iq4jh8jo3o 14 дней назад +3

      Same, so sorry this is happening to you and thank you for everything that you do, take care ❤

    • @weronikaasomsson2404
      @weronikaasomsson2404 10 дней назад

      When it comes to narcissists- they are one of the big reasons He is stepping in right now!🔥💪♥ He is coming to avenge!
      👉Innocent go first- all the children of the world will disappear first then the adult believers.🥰 Jesus is coming back to pick up all those who accepted His free gift of His death for their sins. Yes, after 2 000 years He is coming back with promised salvation!🙌♥🥳
      As He speaks through the prophets He is sickened by the world: lies, abuse amd manipulations.
      Before He comes we will see Alaska's back to back earthquakes 7.6 and 7.3, we will also see Germany and Russia exchanging missiles. Jesus spoke of it all through his prophets! 🙌❤😊
      Jesus removes His believers and then Apocalypse starts, do not be left for that! 🥹❤You can still call out to Him when kids are gone! Make sure you make Jesus your Lord and Saviour🙌❤He loves you like crazy! He sees you, ♥
      😍

  • @theresesilvawalker8407
    @theresesilvawalker8407 13 дней назад +1

    I think the dreadful things happening in this world are also stripping us bare. It is as if it does not get better. And yet, this too shall pass. I am sorry for whatever or whoever is hurting you. ❤

  • @GulayYanik
    @GulayYanik 13 дней назад +1

    Each time I read , see or listen to a podcasts about a narcissist it actually puts me off even more. It’s disturbing, evil, disgusting and unforgettable. I pray to god, one day I can forget all the mental abuse I lived, not even being 30, living through hell from my previous narcissistic partner that was my first. How can you be so cruel & evil to someone so pure, naive and loving? Especially if the other person was your first ever love/ relationship/ person you’ve been with in their entire life. How do you have the thought even to do this to a beautiful and rare soul?
    I can’t justify and comprehend why these individuals practise this sort of behaviour on others. The back hand storey of them going through child hood trauma or abuse does not justify this sick behaviour.
    If you think neglect, trauma, child abuse does justify, then I’ll put forward that I’ve been through exactly the same thing if not worse, when I was younger I had a narcissistic parent, however I DID NOT TURN OUT TO BE FUCKED IN THE HEAD AND DELIBERATELY HARM OTHERS FOR MY OWN PERSONAL GAIN.
    WHO ever is reading this, whether you are a narcissist or not, it’s awfully horrific. I don’t even wish this upon my worst enemy.
    I just have one question to these disgusting demonic spirits, why do you do this to the most beautiful loving genuine person on earth? What did you achieve from this twisted disgusting behaviour besides hurt…. Was it worth it?

  • @higuchitachibana2228
    @higuchitachibana2228 12 дней назад +1

    Breaks my heart seeing you hurt Dr. Ramani. You’ve helped me through my hardest days

  • @marieborchardt2910
    @marieborchardt2910 14 дней назад +3

    After many years, I've been able to carve out a life of my own, separate and yet, still together with the narcissist. It takes acknowledgement and perseverance, and it's not ideal, but it works for me.
    My advice, keep those you love and trust close to you always.

    • @americawaters4257
      @americawaters4257 14 дней назад

      After 20 years, I decided to just live my own life and chase my own dreams. I thought he was just irresponsible. I didn't know what narcissism was.
      15 years later, I had my own car, I owned a little house and had also bought the little house next to me as a retirement plan.
      He squandered all of his and then set his eyes on mine.. bc he thinks that is his too. He had been running up debt although he made good money. I had been responsible and sacrificed so I could live my older years comfortably and would be able to help our children and to someday leave them something.
      He wrecked my car, I had to sell my rental house to pay off his debt and he hoarded the garage into a deep, dark pile of junk... He called it money in the bank... As I'm selling a paid for house to have actual money bc all of his went on buying stuff and, come to find out, lots of drugs and probably women bc he also turned out to be a creep. Watch out for men who are texting in public bc they could be pretending and actually be taking pictures.
      I had a point lol .. be careful.

  • @rmb5940
    @rmb5940 14 дней назад +2

    Doctor Iam sorry for your pain.
    You are a Good Spirit. May God keep you safe and heal you . Thank you Dr. for sharing 🙏❤️

  • @deebee4622
    @deebee4622 5 дней назад

    Dr Ramani I am crying along with you and praying for God to guide and comfort us all who experience narcissistic abuse. Thank you for sharing and helping abuse survivors. We love you, God bless!

  • @dianaharper1299
    @dianaharper1299 14 дней назад +6

    Wow…. This is so much more meaningful ❤Sending love ❤️

  • @acasyd
    @acasyd 14 дней назад +2

    Dr Ramini i been there too, let it out give yourself the biggest loving hug because these experiences is what makes you the best clinical psychologist there is today 🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @amoonbeams
    @amoonbeams 14 дней назад +5

    Years of stuffing my feelings down caused me serious health problems. It's important to let it out. Big hugs to all that can relate. 🫂❤

  • @elizabethash4720
    @elizabethash4720 14 дней назад +3

    Dear Dr Ramany, take some time for yourself, you have given so much hope to so many. Thankyou.😊,

  • @rosemerence8218
    @rosemerence8218 3 дня назад

    Dr. Ramani, as you are here for us, we are there for you! It’s so strong of you to be vulnerable on a platform such as RUclips. I mean it. I’m having trouble being vulnerable to the people I actually care and love, and look at you! Just so you know, you are a kind soul and you deserve to be as much protected as you protect us! You deserve guidance as you give us guidance. Please, don’t forget that!

  • @generally.speaking
    @generally.speaking 14 дней назад +4

    I cried with you.

  • @PenninkJacob
    @PenninkJacob 14 дней назад +2

    Sending support, courage, strength, and care to you (Dr. Ram)...sorry you are going through that awful abuse...👍❤❤❤

  • @dr.gama.psychologist
    @dr.gama.psychologist 14 дней назад +2

    Love and light Dr. Ramani. Thank you for humanising mental health problems. I hope you have the strength to positively navigate this season of yo life.

  • @danovangrinnell4479
    @danovangrinnell4479 14 дней назад +6

    Out of sight out of mind.Period.😃

  • @wesleythurman1033
    @wesleythurman1033 14 дней назад +8

    This is accurate in comparison

  • @theresakohler-ruda1292
    @theresakohler-ruda1292 13 дней назад +1

    I'm so proud of you for hunkering down on pushing through the hard part... can't say - courage - enough.
    Presence of mind, power your way, and above all else kindness.

  • @JustNath2024
    @JustNath2024 14 дней назад +5

    And thank you sharing so openly your current situation (at the time of the videorecording) and how its affecting you. I recognize how maddening it is to know so much about it, having so much experience already, and still fall into the rattling surprise of yet another toxic situation and / or finding yourself experiencing trauma responses, while thinking having dealt with them for a significant part and then being blind sighted by either all of a sudden, again.
    Huge hugs to you🌟🌟🌟❣
    💫🕊🐛💝🙏🏼💝🦋🕊💫

  • @MM-xw1jm
    @MM-xw1jm 7 дней назад

    It used to be a regular routine to view her media on Sundays when I was enrolled in her healing program for a while this past year. It's very reassuring seeing her once in a while. She is so spot on and reframes reality how it really is,not how it's portayed by the narc abuser.

  • @lanaawad4199
    @lanaawad4199 14 дней назад +7

    Hi Doctor Ramani, Thank you for your videos! I was wondering if you could do a video about narcissistic and psychosis? How does it differ from those with psychotic disorder like schizophrenia? I ask because we know in some cases, individuals with borderline personality disorder can have brief psychotic episodes aka transient psychosis. I was wondering if those with narcissistic personality disorder can experience psychosis? Can it be treated or what to do if you have narcissistic going through psychosis? Thank you!

  • @EducateToHeal
    @EducateToHeal 9 часов назад

    Thank you Dr. Ramani. You are helping so many people, myself included. Thank you.

  • @REBEKAHJOHNSON-lh6xh
    @REBEKAHJOHNSON-lh6xh 14 дней назад +3

    I’ll wish I could go through this video and give you a big, tight hug!! 🫂 God bless you! This video is so profound and eye opening!

  • @Jason-xb3jh
    @Jason-xb3jh 14 дней назад +19

    Unfortunately my situation is multi faceted and complex. There is no question that I am living with the affects of being raised by a narcissistic stepmother since I was 4 years old. I have lost two of my sisters and my dad to horrible car crashes. All separate accidents. I have also lost my mother, uncle and grandfather to suicide. All this is only the half of it.
    My chronic depression is fed by multiple veins. My anxiety levels are fairly high at all times. I also have ptsd on many levels. I think that my lack of confidence and self esteem stems from a life spent with my stepmother. A truly narcissistic woman. In every aspect. Ironically, she is about all that I have left in my immediate family.
    Anymore I feel like the shell of a person that once was. Depression can be oh so dark and very complex. 😔

    • @martinakachlikova8531
      @martinakachlikova8531 14 дней назад +4

      I wish you brighter future from the bottom of my heart. I hope that you will find DR. Romani a great source of support just as I did.

    • @Grands-1234
      @Grands-1234 14 дней назад +3

      I was raised by a narc mother and married a narc man.. Get therapy .. get a good therapist ... and go to therapy..

    • @weronikaasomsson2404
      @weronikaasomsson2404 10 дней назад

      When it comes to narcissists- they are one of the big reasons He is stepping in right now!🔥💪♥ He is coming to avenge!
      👉Innocent go first- all the children of the world will disappear first then the adult believers.🥰 Jesus is coming back to pick up all those who accepted His free gift of His death for their sins. Yes, after 2 000 years He is coming back with promised salvation!🙌♥🥳
      As He speaks through the prophets He is sickened by the world: lies, abuse amd manipulations.
      Before He comes we will see Alaska's back to back earthquakes 7.6 and 7.3, we will also see Germany and Russia exchanging missiles. Jesus spoke of it all through his prophets! 🙌❤😊
      Jesus removes His believers and then Apocalypse starts, do not be left for that! 🥹❤You can still call out to Him when kids are gone! Make sure you make Jesus your Lord and Saviour🙌❤He loves you like crazy! He sees you, ♥
      😍

  • @michellehumphreys
    @michellehumphreys 14 дней назад +3

    ❤🎉❤ You just described everything me and my kids have been going through and experiencing after growing up In and experiencing a toxic narcissistic family system. We are almost 5 yrs no contact and still struggling but slowly slowly we are settling down, but, we were in that dynamic for decades. I relate to everything you say in this video. We are trying to calm down our nervous systems with healing meditation music, epsom salt baths and trying to stay calm and be supportive of eachother and stay away from people and situations that are not good for us. Thank you for this video.

  • @hodamawlawi512
    @hodamawlawi512 14 дней назад +4

    0:29 Depression vs. Clinical Depression
    11:58 Normal Anxiety vs. Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    26:23 PTSD- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

    • @PS-vm3we
      @PS-vm3we 14 дней назад +3

      Thank you so much. It is always helpful to have the chapters when the title refers to a certain number of topics/items.

  • @S.L.Aubourg
    @S.L.Aubourg 5 дней назад

    I cried when you cried. Thank you 🙏 for this video. I have dealt with ptsd and anxiety all my life and it got better as I cut off my family. As the scapegoat I started to instantly heal and less anxiety. 😮 I’m shocked but I’m so happy I’m finally healing in some ways