Does grief and loss occur after narcissistic abuse?

Grieving after narcissistic abuse isn’t linear—and it doesn’t follow the traditional five stages. In this episode, we walk through the seven distinct stages survivors often experience after going no contact or waking up to the truth of what they’ve endured.

We explore:

• The shock of absolute devastation when the truth finally clicks
• How denial and self-doubt creep in, even after the wake-up call
• Why the education phase is both empowering and overwhelming
• The role of anger—and why it’s not only justified, but necessary
• How depression shows up as your nervous system begins to decompress
• What healing and validation look like when you finally feel seen
• The deep work of self-discovery—and how it changes everything going forward

This episode is for anyone who’s ever wondered, “Why am I still feeling this way?” or “Is this normal?” If you’ve been cycling through emotions that don’t make sense on paper, this conversation will help you name what’s happening—and remind you that healing isn’t a straight line.

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See also Episode 89, “The Silent Brotherhood,” for deeper insight into male loyalty codes, and highlight Lynn’s book Master Manipulators—now on Audible—for a full breakdown of covert narcissistic tactics.🎧 To hear this full episode, go to waketheelephant.gumroad.com/l/hiddenloyalty

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