3 common MENTAL HEALTH STRUGGLES of people in narcissistic relationships

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  • @sushmayen
    @sushmayen 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +195

    Our anxiety gets worse when they are going through tough times. They blame us for everything.

    • @jokendrick2124
      @jokendrick2124 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +21

      Learning to disengage helps immensely. Distance yourself if possible and do not react to them. I learned a long time ago that not reacting minimizes their input as you are no longer a supply source. Its like a kid getting tired of a toy.

    • @marygoodson4920
      @marygoodson4920 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      YES!

    • @user-zh8he6mi4b
      @user-zh8he6mi4b 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      Yesssss!!!!

    • @ISquishWorms
      @ISquishWorms 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

      It's always my fault. Even when the milk went off it was my fault for not drinking it quick enough. I made the mistake of pointing out that the milk could have been frozen.

    • @maresnite
      @maresnite 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

      Getting diagnosed as depressed, bi-polar, doing whatever they can, to find a category to lump me into.
      My issues come from having to interact daily, with a passive-aggressive covert narcissist.....The attempt to exert control over my entire life is bizarre.

  • @denisedevoto5703
    @denisedevoto5703 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +105

    When I was 4 years old, I frequently wished I had never been born. I grew up in a toxic family and married two damaged men, the second, I believe, was a really toxic narc. My entire life, I always thought I was depressed and angry. At 55 years of age, I got divorced from my narc and went no contact with my family. It was only a couple of months after I left that I realized I wasn't depressed or angry! That discovery was amazing because I had been told my entire life that I was a depressed and angry person. I am still amazed 5 years later.

    • @sallybaddeley6060
      @sallybaddeley6060 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +14

      I remember that feeling of praying for death as a child. It's horrible. The sad thing is in a toxic family, the non toxic person is seen as the issue even if you're a little child & they're adults who had a toxic dynamic before you were born. I'm so sorry you went through that & so pleased you got away & found yourself.

    • @denisedevoto5703
      @denisedevoto5703 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      @@sallybaddeley6060 I am so sorry for you as well. I don't think there is anything in the world sadder than a child who wishes for death. Sending virtual hugs to you. I also found a wonderful man, and we are healing together. Wishing you all the wonderful things in life.

    • @heymickey4125
      @heymickey4125 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I’m sad bc I didn’t go no contact. I regret it immensely. I know the feeling you describe now that narc mother is dead. Narc brother who was coddled all his life is now on a smear campaign toward me. I feel it’s my fault for not going no contact a long time ago.

    • @denisedevoto5703
      @denisedevoto5703 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@heymickey4125 my mother is still alive, but I know when she dies my sister will pick up the mantle and continue to smear me. It doesn't matter if you go no contact or not, they are never going to stop talking smack about you. Just live your life, apart from them. That is when you find peace.

    • @turnbacktime65
      @turnbacktime65 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I know exactly what you mean! Wow.

  • @JustaNobody-j8x
    @JustaNobody-j8x 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +124

    Being with a narcissist can really take a toll on one’s mental health, especially feeling worthless because of constant criticism which creates self-doubt, and the depression that comes with it due to the emotional rollercoaster and constant stress.

  • @katrinaporter9226
    @katrinaporter9226 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +95

    I see your emotions Dr. Ramani. You deserve the same validation you've freely given to all of us who are suffering. My heart goes out to you & I just wanted to say thank you for all your time & effort you've given to those who needed to hear your messages. It's meant more to us than words could ever express & it hasn't gone unnoticed! I hope you never forget that fact! You're loved & valued more than you'll ever know Dr. Ramani.. ❤

    • @Rlvpb
      @Rlvpb 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Totally agree!!! Ty so much Dr. Ramani- prayers for u! God Bless You!! Your work is much needed in this day n time!!!

    • @GeneralButtNake
      @GeneralButtNake 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Here ye, hear ye! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💯✊🏾

    • @sandy10-4Goodbuddy
      @sandy10-4Goodbuddy 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      She's a light for all of us. ❤😊

    • @BethDeVrieze
      @BethDeVrieze 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Love this!

  • @tictactoedias1908
    @tictactoedias1908 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +123

    Dr Ramani watching you cry broke my heart 😢 I’ve been diagnosed with complex PTSD last year . I’m seeing a fantastic psychologist for over a year , however the jumping out of my skin is still a problem, still intrusive thoughts, lots of triggers of places . Two steps forward, three steps back . Most mornings I’m so anxious takes me at least an hour to calm down , am crying just now as I feel your pain . Thank you for your honesty make me feel I’m not going nuts . You have no idea how much you have help me. I’m reading it’s not you again for the second time . Sending you heartfelt wishes of healing and hugs 🤗
    Thank you , thank you , thank you 🙏

    • @ellalla281
      @ellalla281 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

      I really feel feel you. Still getting jumpy when I see a car that looks like his...

    • @Lilylou59
      @Lilylou59 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

      Bless you Dr Ramani! I hope your life gets better soon. Yes all the trauma response is real and frightening. Thank you for this session.

    • @victoryamartin9773
      @victoryamartin9773 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      I cried with you too, thinking, crap, it can happen again after recovering to the point of being such a healed wounded healer? I don't know how many rounds of this I can take. I'm at the breaking point already. To consider this kind of trauma happening again makes me want to quit while I'm ahead.

    • @AngieSainty
      @AngieSainty 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@victoryamartin9773 Do you mean you want to quit the relationship?

    • @AnnePerkins-po5jo
      @AnnePerkins-po5jo 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Seeing Dr Ramani triggered made me really want to be there for her, such as I am - still a bit broken, but I have made a good life for myself after learning many hard lessons. I wanted to reach out to everyone going through this. Using DEEP is so very helpful in many situations, but learning not to be triggered into anxiety is harder. I have not really fully succeeded and do lots of avoiding. Also, the bad dreams still come back sometimes, even decades after getting away from the worst situation. I try to steel myself, knowing that the sadistic malignant narcs would enjoy seeing me upset and anxious. Thinking about how sick and sad they must be inside is discomforting to an empath. Letting go is the only way. I love Dr Ramani's mantra of getting educated about narcissism, as it allows us to take back a large amount of control in our lives, and to watch for any 'fleas' we may have picked up from toxic situations.

  • @TatianaKornberg
    @TatianaKornberg 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +85

    Going through a trauma can NOT be an excuse for abusing other people.

    • @kc26119
      @kc26119 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      AGREE!!

    • @masterhypnos6783
      @masterhypnos6783 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I want to make a motivational poster with this quote!

    • @Kadeholden
      @Kadeholden 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      define abuse, because a person in acute pain will probably unknowingly be neglectful, rude or snappy, does that qualify > I don't think it would, nor would someone say im treating you poorly because I was abused, if they do they need mental health services, because that's not a reason a healthy mind reasons

  • @RandyBrady2024
    @RandyBrady2024 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +70

    I am 56 years old. Nearly my entire life has been being abused by narcissists. I was unable to get away from this type of people. I have 1 person left in my life. Due to legal reasons, I can't totally leave. Although, I am distancing myself over time. It took my 5 1/2 years to get over the feelings of depression and anxiety. My life is in fast foreword.

  • @joannecarr2034
    @joannecarr2034 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +46

    Dr Ramani watching you cry broke my heart. Thanks so much for being vulnerable and sharing from your heart. You deserve to be happy. Thanks for helping all of us understand the craziness that has become our life

    • @SusanWillans-b9q
      @SusanWillans-b9q 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Dr. Ramani-sorry for your troubles, but your people love you. Take care!❤️‍🩹

    • @Sweetbong_
      @Sweetbong_ 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      💔💔💔

    • @emilyromig7127
      @emilyromig7127 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ❤ Thankyou for being strong enough to be vulnerable with what you're dealing with ❤️ I was diagnosed with PTSD 7 years ago - I've only found your channel over the last few months and it's explained my family situation in a way that I can stop wondering if there's a way I can fix it - I've stepped away and already my memory has improved, my sense of calm has improved, my functional gut disorder has improved - EMDR really helped me to take the sting from the original trauma - but understanding the narcissistic family system that I've been dealing with since has really helped me to take my healing into my own hands.
      Thankyou so much for what you do and the hope that you give to people - I've just got your book too.
      I hope you're looking after yourself like you would look after your inner child version x because you're worth it and you deserve it x thank you

  • @kriswinters4225
    @kriswinters4225 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    I lived on campus during college because I earned a full ride scholarship. But my narc parents would force me into their car and drive me back to their house every weekend. I wasn't allowed to drive, but I used the bus or I walked to buy my groceries and get anything else I needed: all things I bought with my money because I worked part time through school. And I did not need anything from their house. But they owned me. I was their property. Any time I said that I wanted to stay at my dorm, malignant narc father would threaten to "beat me senseless" and withdraw me from school. I said wouldn't that be throwing away free money, and he said he didn't care if it "Put Me In My Place".
    The day my college counselor told me it would be better for my mental health to just lie and say I had group projects most weekends, I couldn't stop crying - not tears of sadness, tears of joy. For the first time in my life a grown up was not agreeing that I was a thing or pretending it was ok that two abusers were regularly kidnapping me from my home.

    • @courtneyraewellness
      @courtneyraewellness 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    • @bereal6590
      @bereal6590 6 วันที่ผ่านมา

      That's really tough because naturally we don't want to lie. Narc parents teach us to lie to try to avoid their toxicity. It's a rotten place to be.

  • @wissn2112
    @wissn2112 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    When the narc isn't around. You can actually start to gather your thoughts and goals. There is no yelling or stress. When they show up. It's all about serving their needs constantly. You start to forget important things that needed to be accomplished. Narcs seem to want turmoil and failure in everything.

  • @Gardenwitch1954
    @Gardenwitch1954 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +36

    ❤🎉Divorced one month and feeling so much better!

  • @costelloandlizzievolk2233
    @costelloandlizzievolk2233 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +45

    I am a totally different person, healthier and happier, away from the narcissists. It’s heartbreaking to realize what they’ve done to me. Taking myself back and protecting myself. Thank you Dr Ramani ❤

  • @annjohnson8437
    @annjohnson8437 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +38

    Thank you for clarifying the difference between clinical depression and the depression that goes along with abuse at the hands of a narcissist. ❤

  • @serenityhill5695
    @serenityhill5695 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +36

    Thank you, I am avoiding all people who reminds me of my past narcissistic abuse. I have to control myself because I go into defense mode because I’m tied of people bullying me. I just want to be alone. If you’re not good for my mind, body and soul I don’t want you around me. I didn’t know that being kind would be exhausting and abusing.

    • @8Os4daladies
      @8Os4daladies 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      I feel the same way

    • @montena369
      @montena369 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      Same 😢

    • @opticalmixing23
      @opticalmixing23 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You hit the nail on the head. This is logical thinking. After so many years, we as humans know what type of people help us and don't, and it is often based on what a person looks like, their physiognomy

    • @weronikaasomsson2404
      @weronikaasomsson2404 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      When it comes to narcissists- they are one of the big reasons He is stepping in right now!🔥💪♥ He is coming to avenge!
      👉Innocent go first- all the children of the world will disappear first then the adult believers.🥰 Jesus is coming back to pick up all those who accepted His free gift of His death for their sins. Yes, after 2 000 years He is coming back with promised salvation!🙌♥🥳
      As He speaks through the prophets He is sickened by the world: lies, abuse amd manipulations.
      Before He comes we will see Alaska's back to back earthquakes 7.6 and 7.3, we will also see Germany and Russia exchanging missiles. Jesus spoke of it all through his prophets! 🙌❤😊
      Jesus removes His believers and then Apocalypse starts, do not be left for that! 🥹❤You can still call out to Him when kids are gone! Make sure you make Jesus your Lord and Saviour🙌❤He loves you like crazy! He sees you, ♥
      😍

  • @jokendrick2124
    @jokendrick2124 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +78

    I coined a phrase while learning to deal with my late malignant narcissist husband. I quit "feeding the monster" by NOT reacting. It really helped. Try not to feed the monster by being their source of supply.

    • @caroleminke6116
      @caroleminke6116 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It’s also called collusion & imo most marriages are simply examples of collusion between two people who simply don’t want to break up that corporation so they fake it

    • @elizabethash4720
      @elizabethash4720 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Or the hungry crocodile.😊

    • @SandyBee21
      @SandyBee21 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      For many simply remaining within proximity is enough food for a narcissist. That you haven’t left is proof they still have your time & attention.

    • @jokendrick2124
      @jokendrick2124 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

      @@SandyBee21 If you are referring to me, I watched my late malignant narcissist husband die of cancer 12 years ago. Did you read what I said initially? My "late"..... Trust me. I am no longer a source of supply. His ashes still sit in my bedroom until I decide to pitch them where he wanted them to go. I don't tolerate narcissists AT ALL. I learned my lesson. I have no need to do so. I have a very strong ego strength and do not suffer fools lightly. Any.

    • @rachelq0077
      @rachelq0077 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      It is incredible how similar all of our experiences are. I also call the malignant covert narcissist that I am divorcing, the monster.
      Knowing what he is & what he has done to me & our son, I find it very difficult to say his given name bc his given name gives him human qualities, which he does not have
      He is a monster.
      It is amazing that you also referred to your late husband as the monster too.

  • @sarah-fina
    @sarah-fina 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +32

    What a light bulb moment… I’m not
    Clinically depressed. Wow it’s him not me… I really needed to hear that.

    • @oreorivers
      @oreorivers 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Me too. 🙏

  • @julieholdcroftbetty8520
    @julieholdcroftbetty8520 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +34

    Thank you so much for being so real. I'm crying with you. Don't forget that you aren't alone.🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

  • @patticastro503
    @patticastro503 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    This is very interesting as I recently separated from my narcissistic ex.
    I suffer from depression and I meditate. But when he was with me I was always tired and sometimes unable to function, but now I am sad as it was a 30 years relationship, but I am doing much better. In the energy department.

  • @conway8081
    @conway8081 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    The most authentic doctor I’ve ever seen. Period.

  • @Mkr7942
    @Mkr7942 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

    Dr. Ramani, just know that you are saving lives with your work, including this one. Much love and strength is being sent your way, to overcome your current challenges.

  • @NovaPrincess
    @NovaPrincess 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Working in a narcissistic workplace is a nightmare. It seems like if you're at a big organization, it's impossible to avoid narcs.

  • @theresesilvawalker8407
    @theresesilvawalker8407 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I think the dreadful things happening in this world are also stripping us bare. It is as if it does not get better. And yet, this too shall pass. I am sorry for whatever or whoever is hurting you. ❤

  • @lynnebucher6537
    @lynnebucher6537 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    I got teary eyed when you shared your current experience. This community understands what you're going through. Thanks for sharing this, and all your knowledge. Take care ❤️

  • @idrawpeopleandanimals
    @idrawpeopleandanimals 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    Thank you so much for this video. And sharing your tears (I was crying right along with you). ❤❤❤

  • @alexissdo
    @alexissdo 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    I think growing up with a narcissist parent I have had anxiety and depression from a very young age…it kinda just became my normal until I realized that it was in fact abnormal and worked on healing.

  • @DisbandedRainbow
    @DisbandedRainbow 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    You deserve to have feelings too. You deserve self love. You deserve to be proud of your accomplishments. Idk what anyone thinks if I’m a narcissist but anyone can see you’re precious in this world and help a lot of people. Thank you. 🙏

  • @higuchitachibana2228
    @higuchitachibana2228 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Breaks my heart seeing you hurt Dr. Ramani. You’ve helped me through my hardest days

  • @ruthe71
    @ruthe71 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    My youngest daughter used to say to me ‘mum you’re so much more fun when dad’s away!’. I think that says it all and yet when I finally left him my daughters turned against me and I’ve sadly not seen them for 11 years. I grew up with a narcissistic mother and a lot of violence. I then married a man I didn’t love to escape it and after 20 years left him and his emotional abuse. I’ve now been diagnosed with bpd and cptsd. I am currently in a historical trauma program and see the links so clearly now. My body pain is also linked to my trauma but it is starting to get better as I’ve cut all my family out of my life. I prioritise my own health and wellbeing now and am kind to myself ❤

  • @bethgotts8031
    @bethgotts8031 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Thank you so much for sharing. Sometimes I think I’m just an anxious mess and it’s nice to hear that I’m not alone.

  • @bestimpersonations
    @bestimpersonations 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

    Oh, my heart goes out to you. We are all so grateful for your kind, kind spirit.

  • @demigaines5644
    @demigaines5644 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

    Thank You So Very Much For Sharing This I Needed To Hear This After Being Horribly Abused Psychologically And Emotionally
    I Suffer From Emotional Trauma Mental Health Issues And Health Issues I Also Have A Very Low Self Esteem I Have Excessive Clinginess Anxious Severe Low Self Worth Anxiety And My Worse Is OCD ..From The Horrific Abuse I Suffered Narcissistic Abuse Is Brutal… DR RAMINI YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL WITH A BEAUTIFUL SOUL IM SO GLAD TO KNOW IM NOT ALONE...

  • @TheLove1Makes
    @TheLove1Makes 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    Dr Ramani Your so helpful on so many different topics. Your a lifesaver. Thanks. Make sure you take care of yourself.

  • @koricoconut4293
    @koricoconut4293 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    The gaslighting is really soul crushing

  • @adrianoduse4048
    @adrianoduse4048 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    I'm so sorry you are going through a tough time, Dr Ramani. Sending you a bug hug and wishing you strength to get over it 🌹

  • @ImLearning-e7h
    @ImLearning-e7h 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Ty for being vulnerable, we see you. You helped so many people.

  • @PlumbTuckeredOut
    @PlumbTuckeredOut 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Dr Ramani, let me say how much you have influenced my life and my healing since I started watching you several years ago but this video? This is REAL! I thought I was never going to get better because I wasn't as strong as you seem to be. Dropping your shoulders and your "strong face"fall away has allowed me to recognize that I am strong and I am better! I often have days of tears and angst but knowing you do too has made it all so real for me- the pain was real and the memories will continue but we will win- in the end- we ALL win. Tears show strength, courage, and perseverance... emotions are good!

  • @CammieHupp-f9s
    @CammieHupp-f9s 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    I get nausia,, diareah, dizzyness, shortness of breath and my heart beats fast. It's awful

    • @annjohnson8437
      @annjohnson8437 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Same here. 😢

    • @wissn2112
      @wissn2112 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I would get light headed. Her mouth abuse would not stop. They time it so you can go to work everyday and they start their crap 10 min before work. Everyday driving to work angry for years. It's sick.

  • @jodycasey6936
    @jodycasey6936 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    There is no one who has helped me more in the last 5 years than you , Dr. Ramani, and Dr. Les Carter. This video brought on the tears! I’m going to get your book. Thank you
    I’ll see you tomorrow ❤️

  • @takiskettlechips9235
    @takiskettlechips9235 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    "life sucks and then you die" has been my mantra since i was a child. Went no contact with my mother and stopped talking to toxic people and this thought went away for the first time in my life.

  • @kierstymiller6305
    @kierstymiller6305 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Thank you for being so raw and real with us Dr. Ramani. Sending you strength. ✌️❤️

  • @luffypupperstien2706
    @luffypupperstien2706 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I feel it more as dread than depression. It’s the knowledge that all your bread will have mold and hard as you try to get out of the well you’ll be kicked back down

  • @debbieleonhardt9668
    @debbieleonhardt9668 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Yes!!! My last counsellor says I do have anxiety in the form of a person. When he leaves so does my anxiety. The anxious depression comes when it gets to be too much. I try to carry on with my day but during farming season which is stressful for him he reminds me in words and actions that I really am nothing but a servant to him. He can even be abusive and right after stand in front of the fridge and ask "what's to drink"....yes, I did start a reaction by saying "Open the fridge and look." And then I skadiddled away. My husband says that I clearly have a mental illness with my rollercoaster of emotions. Only when I'm pushed too far. You describe it exactly. I am typically a person that sees the joy everywhere and am very resilient but I get worn down by HIM....the good news is that he does identify that we must spend as little time together as possible. We are a farm family, he goes south for the winter and likes to go camping by himself so it is more possible than in most cases. Thank you. I've been following you for a long time and you get me through a lot! I wish I could reach in and give you a big hug.

  • @Angela-bz8sw
    @Angela-bz8sw 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I know Dr Ramani, my startle factor is a 10, I did not used to be this way at all. My nervous system is on overload, all the time. I so understand the jumping out of your skin feeling. It is with me all the time.
    Validating the fallout of these toxic relationships has been helpful. And agreed, going to the wrong therapist can further invalidate you.
    You are helping so many with your empathic style. Your new Fireside "Reality Check" channel, is my support group. Thank you for creating this community.
    😃

  • @carolynjaynes36
    @carolynjaynes36 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    C-PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Chronic Fatigue, Binge eating disorder, and then bipolar developed in response to multiple narcissists. Disability can result from years of abuse and neglect. I’m healing slowly now that there is no contact with any of them. Thank you so much! ❤

  • @susanbittner2095
    @susanbittner2095 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Dr. Ramani ,you are so right about this topic! Narcissists are bullies,, I have experienced this personally and professionly, It is absolutely terrible to experience this! I think they all should be accountable for the abuse tatics that they have done! I wish incarceration was possible in these circumstances! I worked for a company, that was all about this, so selfish, so self- centered, so immature, and so entitled, the true, honest and smart people are overlooked, the narcissitic people and the bullies thrive there, alot of these people should not even be in the positions that they are in! So very very backwards and dysfunctional! I felt so bad for you when you were crying, I have felt this way many times believe me! I appreciate you and what you stand for and all of your smart advice, help, and wisdom on this topic!❣️

    • @specialtwice4975
      @specialtwice4975 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      No, they are not, they are victims. I think you just can't see it right. (note: sarcasm)

  • @budayjerang2195
    @budayjerang2195 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Exactly you feel depressed and sad for no reason even when they're not around.

  • @lizprovo3906
    @lizprovo3906 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    I’m sorry you’re going thru a hard time.

  • @rcomyns4664
    @rcomyns4664 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    You are loved. Narcs be damned. So so maddening that they hold such power!

  • @DreamcloudDesignsLampwork
    @DreamcloudDesignsLampwork 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    Dr. Ramani, I like how transparent you are, by using yourself saying that you, too, have mental health issues. Bravo! Thank you for supporting your own visibility in this turmoil whirlwind of the victimhood the narcissist keeps hitting us with, our mental health issues.
    Role Model, Dr. ramani.
    Your speaking to the heart of our healing community. 😂

    • @robinantonio8870
      @robinantonio8870 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Sadness from narcissistic abuse is NOT a "mental health problem. "It is NORMAL. Stop labelling the victims. Label the monster.

    • @DreamcloudDesignsLampwork
      @DreamcloudDesignsLampwork 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@robinantonio8870 helped

    • @DreamcloudDesignsLampwork
      @DreamcloudDesignsLampwork 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Koyaanisqatsi

  • @johannafraguada2747
    @johannafraguada2747 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Thank you thank you sooo much!!! Thank you to be vulnerable 💞🙏💞 thank you from Tampa Fl.

  • @Rut-vi7iz
    @Rut-vi7iz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    Sending you the love. I'm sorry for your pain. Sharing it helps me, and hearing you share your pain helps me too. We learn from each other and we can lighten each other's load. I guess I will always startle easily. You might also. ❤❤❤ We will be okay, together, across the miles.❤

  • @doctoramy1593
    @doctoramy1593 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +16

    thank you for saying this… !

  • @thinkingclearly24
    @thinkingclearly24 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Dr Ramani You deserve your feelings. I experienced an exaggerated startle response that recently reared its head. I believe this is happening because of dealing with the reality that I am married to vulnerable covert narcissists.

  • @Retard-mi6wf
    @Retard-mi6wf 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Seeing you cry made me cry. This is so so bad. My narc keeps pushing and pushing. Trying to FK with me. Estate was closed in 2023. I start therapy this month. Finally took the first step. Still crying having melt downs on oublic

  • @redeem372
    @redeem372 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Thank you for going back over PTSD and Acute Anxiety Disorder again. Its refreshing to not have someone go all over the place when addressing the many different things that can happen when trying to navigate away from narcissistic people and just every day life occurences.❤

    • @redeem372
      @redeem372 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      And the toll you get from people who just don't get it, or haven't experienced enough to recognize the differences in life yet. I'm in tears too, but u have helped me get a grip a many of days. Thanks Dr Ramani

  • @DD-lr6mm
    @DD-lr6mm 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +11

    Thanks again, this puts a tremendous amount of clarity on emotions during the normal times of sadness versus deep depression and feelings of hopelessness in such relationships...
    Recovering who I am with out all the toxicity has been a long road. I have to say, not over night but improvement is definitely noticable change in daily mood has shifted to genuine and healthy forms of emotions, hope, joy, inspiration. Love your channel.

  • @dr.gama.psychologist
    @dr.gama.psychologist 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Love and light Dr. Ramani. Thank you for humanising mental health problems. I hope you have the strength to positively navigate this season of yo life.

  • @sharicoburn5475
    @sharicoburn5475 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awe love you, Dr Ramani. Thank you so much for sharing and being real with us.
    That startle is awful.
    I went through severe PTSD from sociopathic malignant narcissist abuse to.

  • @Kitoni31
    @Kitoni31 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I'm so sorry you are going through this, my heart is breaking for you and everyone, who's in this💔😢. Honest gentle hugs. And I also know well, how the body keeps score.

  • @sallydespain6320
    @sallydespain6320 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This is so valuable for swimming through the riptide of grief. Thank you.

  • @fallon7616
    @fallon7616 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    You always have the exact video that I need for the day. I always save your videos 💘
    I'm in a Narrcissict marriage and I am struggling with depression.

  • @nathaneydog
    @nathaneydog 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I love your authenticity Dr. Ramani!!! Your realness helps all of us be more real in all areas of our lives. Such important work. 🙏

  • @kat-xj8hj
    @kat-xj8hj 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you Dr. Ramani for allowing yourself to be vulnerable. It did make all the difference in the world to me, to see your strenght and clarity next to your vulnerability... because that is real, as you said... and it is always good to see real, in this very authentic way 🙏❤️

  • @turnbacktime65
    @turnbacktime65 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I knew it was him when I came back from the spa. Had a great couple hours alone. Chatting with women. Giggling, fun gossiping, relaxing. The second my foot hit the door frame on the return trip I hear “ I need you to do …..”. I deflated like a balloon without helium. It’s like living with a toddler all the time. He had the audacity to tell his daughter I treat him like a child. What the…..

  • @TheOrignalTRockz
    @TheOrignalTRockz 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Thank you for sharing this. Its painful and never gets old, unfortunately. We always have to watch out for our own mental health and calm. I believe it’s not a „mental health issue“, it’s a perfectly normal and healthy reaction and state to this constant abuse, as depression seems to be also an attempt to heal, as the polyvagal theory suggested. So, how do we safe ourselves and stop moving into any unpleasant experiences for ourselves and others while we fight the dragon?

  • @deebee4622
    @deebee4622 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Dr Ramani I am crying along with you and praying for God to guide and comfort us all who experience narcissistic abuse. Thank you for sharing and helping abuse survivors. We love you, God bless!

  • @gaylewilliams5645
    @gaylewilliams5645 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Yes, it is all of us. 🙌Thank you

  • @HeatherSchlemmer
    @HeatherSchlemmer 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    My heart goes out to you Dr. Ramani

  • @lorenebaxter-e8c
    @lorenebaxter-e8c 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Thank you for this video and sharing your story Dr. Ramani. You are a beautiful lady with a huge heart, brilliant mind and your determination and dedication of countless hours to help people around the world struggling to cope. Without you, many would be left in the darkness, pain and grief of how to process narcissistic abuse and the effects it has on mental health.
    Thank you again and please take care ❤

  • @sunshinelawrence3234
    @sunshinelawrence3234 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Im here too 🖐
    Dr. Ramani you're a phenomenal human being who deserves to be celebrated SO MUCH! I'd like to send you a virtual loving embrace 🤗 you are SO STRONG and i can tell you've got a stunningly beautiful brain 😄 thank you for sharing EVERYTHING you share. Especially your cry/personal journey. Keep growing and sharing with us ❤ You are absolutely going to crush this phase of your life!!

  • @ThomasDuBose-r2y
    @ThomasDuBose-r2y 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    We love you and support you! Thank you for your open heart and willingness to be transparent with the world!

  • @theresakohler-ruda1292
    @theresakohler-ruda1292 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I'm so proud of you for hunkering down on pushing through the hard part... can't say - courage - enough.
    Presence of mind, power your way, and above all else kindness.

  • @colleensullivan7377
    @colleensullivan7377 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    You beautiful lady. Thankyou for all you give to others.❤

  • @Michael_Arguello
    @Michael_Arguello 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I appreciate you opening up about the new thing many are going through including myself. Can’t think of much beyond how I can become a cog in the machine that exposes narcissism and its abus3 and impact on global mental health.
    The work you do is moving mountains. It’s already started.

  • @joycox5333
    @joycox5333 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you Dr. R! I have 2 Mental Health Masters Degrees, a certification in Play Therapy and IQ testing. I was raised by an "Asian Tiger Mother," and a military "Full Metal Jacket/gunny sergeant" father....I have suffered for more than 32 years from malignant narcissistic husband who discarded me for a younger Asian woman ...I work with high risk/traumatized adolescents on the daily.....your video today....saved me in ways you will never understand....it is okay for me to feel sad, depressed, cry and be utterly devastated sometimes....Thank you.....this video was a God send.

  • @PenninkJacob
    @PenninkJacob 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Sending support, courage, strength, and care to you (Dr. Ram)...sorry you are going through that awful abuse...👍❤❤❤

  • @supergrover17
    @supergrover17 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Dr Ramani, sending you warm n loving thoughts for your benefit n for all that you've done for us n in the future. You deserve it just as much as we do. Please take good n gentle care of yourself!! Lots of hugs!!!

    • @PaulineMesplou
      @PaulineMesplou 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Same, so sorry this is happening to you and thank you for everything that you do, take care ❤

    • @weronikaasomsson2404
      @weronikaasomsson2404 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      When it comes to narcissists- they are one of the big reasons He is stepping in right now!🔥💪♥ He is coming to avenge!
      👉Innocent go first- all the children of the world will disappear first then the adult believers.🥰 Jesus is coming back to pick up all those who accepted His free gift of His death for their sins. Yes, after 2 000 years He is coming back with promised salvation!🙌♥🥳
      As He speaks through the prophets He is sickened by the world: lies, abuse amd manipulations.
      Before He comes we will see Alaska's back to back earthquakes 7.6 and 7.3, we will also see Germany and Russia exchanging missiles. Jesus spoke of it all through his prophets! 🙌❤😊
      Jesus removes His believers and then Apocalypse starts, do not be left for that! 🥹❤You can still call out to Him when kids are gone! Make sure you make Jesus your Lord and Saviour🙌❤He loves you like crazy! He sees you, ♥
      😍

  • @pz6677
    @pz6677 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    And the mystery of my „drug ressistant depression” has been solved. ❤

  • @albertantwi8987
    @albertantwi8987 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You are a real God sent Dr. Ramani and I pray you lived long to help all those disturbed and lost souls out there due to narcissist abuse

  • @KathieMihindukulasuriya
    @KathieMihindukulasuriya 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I just learned to day that the episodes in my life that I thought were depression were really a reaction to narcissistic abuse - I thought I had cycles of depression, but they were really cycles of reaction to narcissistic abuse. It is really funny, because I have had such extended periods of abuse, that I have felt almost giddy during times without abuse. It is like when I had really bad morning sickness (couldn't even keep water down, throwing up every 5-10 min all day) and I got a prescription for Zofran. My husband took me to iHop and I was raving about everything - the hash browns are incredible, this is the best toast and my husband said, "If you don't hush, people will think I never take you anywhere."

  • @Genxadventurer
    @Genxadventurer 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Wow - just watched this and I blubbed. Thank you for making this journey so so real 🥰

  • @AlexandraMorneau
    @AlexandraMorneau 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your transparency, vulnerability, realness, compassion and empowerment is so so SO healing for this world. Never stop doing what you're doing! You're such a light in this world for people that are going through these struggles. Thank you for spreading education awareness and support for your clients and community

  • @khadraLuula
    @khadraLuula 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you Dr. Ramani. My heart goes out for you , some nights I can only sleep after hearing your voice. I used to be someone who need to read romantic novel / Show before going to bed, now even hearing you talk about the heavy stuff is very calming. You’re the first person who validated my experience when I thought I was just going crazy as everyone tells me.
    Thank you so much for all you do . Sending you my prayers ❤️

  • @rosemerence8218
    @rosemerence8218 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Dr. Ramani, as you are here for us, we are there for you! It’s so strong of you to be vulnerable on a platform such as TH-cam. I mean it. I’m having trouble being vulnerable to the people I actually care and love, and look at you! Just so you know, you are a kind soul and you deserve to be as much protected as you protect us! You deserve guidance as you give us guidance. Please, don’t forget that!

  • @Suzu52
    @Suzu52 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The old adage" before you diagnose yourself with depression, make sure you are not surrounded by a**holes".

  • @rakheepatel9212
    @rakheepatel9212 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Best description: depression-past crap anxiety-fear &worry about future crap
    Free time from the Narc vamp = happy af 😊

  • @MM-xw1jm
    @MM-xw1jm 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It used to be a regular routine to view her media on Sundays when I was enrolled in her healing program for a while this past year. It's very reassuring seeing her once in a while. She is so spot on and reframes reality how it really is,not how it's portayed by the narc abuser.

  • @acasyd
    @acasyd 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Dr Ramini i been there too, let it out give yourself the biggest loving hug because these experiences is what makes you the best clinical psychologist there is today 🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🥀🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @dianaharper1299
    @dianaharper1299 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Wow…. This is so much more meaningful ❤Sending love ❤️

  • @katkat521
    @katkat521 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My heart goes out to you, Dr. Ramani. When I was being stalked by a man I broke up with, whom displayed narcissistic personality traits, any little noise or touch caused me to jump out of my skin. Your videos and book have really helped me recognize and start to heal from my narc mother. I hope you have someone who can help you.

  • @LOVEISTRUTH300
    @LOVEISTRUTH300 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Doctor Ramani you have humanized the experiences I've been through. You are a huge reason why I have hope again. You have done this for so many....I know that. Through your pain of the abuse you've experienced I can feel how passionate you are about educating the ones who are on the unfortunate end of receiving the abuse. I pray Doctors/therapists are listening and learning what you are teaching us. Please take care of yourself and don't burn yourself out. You have done so much good for us all. Sending you all the LOVE I possibly can through a text. I am Thankful for you💖💖💖

  • @nickijames5122
    @nickijames5122 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    I’ve suffered with anxiety and panic disorder for years. Narc husband triggered my panic disorder and my generalised anxiety has got 100 times worse, no brainer. I’ve existed ever since my panic disorder which is one big reason I’ve stayed in this abusive, loveless, sexless marriage 😔 Just to think of all the men out there, even had I stayed single, I’m positive I’d have not ended up in a cycle of fear and stress and deep unhappiness. The things I used to be able to do but haven’t done for 27 years, is soul destroying. My adult sons have low mood, depression, and it’s definitely the impact of their dad’s behaviour. He is giving us all the silent treatment, 2 weeks already, yet it’s our elder son’s bday tomorrow. I’m trying to motivate him to go out for lunch but he has been very down lately, not surprising. I feel helpless although I always tell my sons I’m there for them, I understand 😢💜

    • @arezoubk
      @arezoubk 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      😭😭😭thx for sharing. So I know I’m not the only one😢

  • @JohannaVanDreumel
    @JohannaVanDreumel 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This Podcast, is EXACTLY, how i am struggling post Narc Long term marriage.
    But Dr Ramani How i wished to be able to give you a loving, warm hug All the way from Australia.
    You are such a loving, meaningful, non judgemental Educator.
    Bless you, and A Hug from Australia

  • @christinaleonard7619
    @christinaleonard7619 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Dr. Ramani, my heart is aching for you. I know cheese feelings, I've been largely alone trying to process.....while listening to you, I began crying, then I was hit with my own thoughts and memories and have been bawling uncontrollably, I so sorry as well as immensely grateful!

  • @lifeofameliaaa_522
    @lifeofameliaaa_522 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Still healing …Dr . Ramani you are a blessing , the awareness is helping me tremendously.

  • @judygroves6385
    @judygroves6385 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    ThankYou for being transparent and it hurts my heart to see yours hurt. 💞🙏🏻🥰❤️🙌🏻

  • @Jason-xb3jh
    @Jason-xb3jh 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

    Unfortunately my situation is multi faceted and complex. There is no question that I am living with the affects of being raised by a narcissistic stepmother since I was 4 years old. I have lost two of my sisters and my dad to horrible car crashes. All separate accidents. I have also lost my mother, uncle and grandfather to suicide. All this is only the half of it.
    My chronic depression is fed by multiple veins. My anxiety levels are fairly high at all times. I also have ptsd on many levels. I think that my lack of confidence and self esteem stems from a life spent with my stepmother. A truly narcissistic woman. In every aspect. Ironically, she is about all that I have left in my immediate family.
    Anymore I feel like the shell of a person that once was. Depression can be oh so dark and very complex. 😔

    • @martinakachlikova8531
      @martinakachlikova8531 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      I wish you brighter future from the bottom of my heart. I hope that you will find DR. Romani a great source of support just as I did.

    • @Grands-1234
      @Grands-1234 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I was raised by a narc mother and married a narc man.. Get therapy .. get a good therapist ... and go to therapy..

    • @weronikaasomsson2404
      @weronikaasomsson2404 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      When it comes to narcissists- they are one of the big reasons He is stepping in right now!🔥💪♥ He is coming to avenge!
      👉Innocent go first- all the children of the world will disappear first then the adult believers.🥰 Jesus is coming back to pick up all those who accepted His free gift of His death for their sins. Yes, after 2 000 years He is coming back with promised salvation!🙌♥🥳
      As He speaks through the prophets He is sickened by the world: lies, abuse amd manipulations.
      Before He comes we will see Alaska's back to back earthquakes 7.6 and 7.3, we will also see Germany and Russia exchanging missiles. Jesus spoke of it all through his prophets! 🙌❤😊
      Jesus removes His believers and then Apocalypse starts, do not be left for that! 🥹❤You can still call out to Him when kids are gone! Make sure you make Jesus your Lord and Saviour🙌❤He loves you like crazy! He sees you, ♥
      😍

  • @jenelslager5218
    @jenelslager5218 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you for your vulnerability. Praying for you. ❤

  • @yolondagoode9656
    @yolondagoode9656 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    ❤❤❤❤ I love you so much Dr ramani... You are so real what you teach & I'm praying for you and all of us that are surviving & thriving to hv our moments to release & let the tears flow & then get back to healing.❤❤❤❤❤

  • @elizabethash4720
    @elizabethash4720 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    It's amazing that even well meant reassurance toward an acquaintance, or friend or even relative can invite rejection. Covert narcicism strikes again. I have often felt "wrong"not knowing why. Thanks for clarifying this point.😊