THE VIBRANT SURVIVOR -How to Identify a Narcissist, Narcissistic Abuse, Toxic Relationships, Trauma Healing, Health, Wellness · Lesley Cain - Health and Wellness Coach, Trauma Informed Coach, Healthy Boundaries Coach

163. When Your Boundaries Hurt Them: Healing Guilt After Narcissistic Abuse

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A 2017 study reveals boundary guilt stems from a nervous system conditioned to prioritize others, not from actual harm.

Host Leslie explores the guilt survivors often feel when setting boundaries after narcissistic abuse, explaining it as a trauma response rather than a moral failing. She provides psychological insights, practical tools like boundary scripts and internal reframing, and connects lifestyle factors like nutrition and exercise to emotional regulation for stronger boundary-holding.

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