Being in a relationship with a narcissist is like being on a roller-coaster ride that never ends. One moment, you feel loved, adored and cherished. The next, you feel criticized, belittled and devalued. Narcissists have often been described as having a Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde personality. Hot one moment and cold the next. Narcissists are unpredictable and unstable. You're always walking on eggshells around them worrying about what may set them off. They want to keep you guessing and doubting yourself at all times.

It's critical you understand that narcissists are incapable of love and intimacy. They put on a brilliant act in the beginning to secure your love. However, the only reason they enter into relationships is to have someone to control and manipulate. They do this to ensure they have a constant source of narcissistic supply (i.e. YOU) to stroke their fragile ego and indulge their obsession with themselves.

Narcissists need constant attention, stimulation and drama in order to feel alive and eventually grow bored in stable relationships. Intimacy terrifies them and will cause them to push you away even more. You need answers to understand why this relationship is so difficult and confusing yet intoxicating and all-consuming.

The Path Forward provides the answers to these questions and more:

What is a pathological narcissist?
Why can't they love or accept love?
Why do they dread intimacy?
How do they gaslight us?
Why do they keep coming back?
Why can't I stay away?

In addition to gaining the clarity you need to understand why narcissists behave the way they do, The Six Steps within this book will provide you with the tools, resources and mindset required to liberate yourself from the narcissist's manipulation and abuse once and for all. The Seven Mantras will empower you to reconnect with yourself on a deep level and begin to practice the kind of self-love you deserve. Take back control of your life and join us on The Path Forward.

The Path Forward: Surviving the Narcissist - häftad, Engelska, 2012