Many people know that "Going No Contact" is a smart move when dealing with a narcissist. But what else should you do to break free from their manipulative web?

After a few breakups with narcissistic men, I've realized that just going no contact isn't enough.

Here's what you can do instead of dwelling on the sadness and grief, constantly checking your phone, or replaying the past.

These 7 things have helped me maintain No Contact and create the space I need to reflect and recharge and also get clarity on how I am really feeling and what I really want to be more on the offensive rather than the defensive should he reach out to me:

1. Feel the Pain & Face the Feelings - Write down any aha moments or memories, and allow yourself to feel the emotions that come up.
2. List What You Don't Like - Be brutally honest about the person or the relationship. This is where you validate your own red flags and gut feelings that you've been ignoring.
3. List What You Like or Love - Acknowledge the good t
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