In this episode, I explore why discovering that the person you’ve been with for years has been hiding their true selves the entire time feels violating on a soul-level. This is true of narcissists or any type of manipulative or antagonistic personalities.
Thank you to Clare Auden for the IG reel mentioned in this episode: https://www.instagram.com/claire_auden_/
Why Being With a Narcissist Feels So Violating
Soul-Level Deception Hits DEEP
Feb 17, 2026
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Irreverent Healing is a survivor-led series exploring abuse, recovery, and the process of becoming whole again. Through personal stories, education, and honest reflection, the series brings voice to the experiences many survivors have lived but few have words for.
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