
S2E489 - Your Own Mind Can Be Your Worst Enemy After Narcissistic Abuse
Published: August 20, 2026
Duration: 14:23
Why do you miss a narcissist or toxic ex even when you know they hurt you? In this video, Lee Hammock explains the inner conflict between logic and emotion after narcissistic abuse, including self-gaslighting, trauma bonds, and the urge to break no contact just to make the pain stop. Learn why reconnecting can feel like temporary relief but often restarts the healing cycle and creates more shame. Healing is not always pretty, quick, or easy, but it becomes possible when you stop chasing shortcuts and begin trusting yourself again. This video offers encouragement for anyone trying to leave, stay...