The Narcissist Returns: Why Trump’s Win Feels Personal for Abuse Survivors
When Personal Trauma Meets Politics
For many survivors of narcissistic abuse, Donald Trump’s political rise wasn’t just an event on the evening news—it was a triggering reminder of personal trauma. Sarah, a survivor of a long-term abusive relationship, remembers watching Trump’s speeches during his campaign. She couldn’t quite put her finger on it, but something about his behavior made her stomach turn, bringing back flashes of her past abuser’s taunts and manipulations. She wasn’t alone. Across the country, survivors began speaking out, sharing how Trump’s behavior mirrored that of their abusers. They recognized the gaslighting, the emotional manipulation, the public grandiosity masking private cruelty.
In this article, we’ll dive into why Trump’s win felt so personal for abuse survivors, drawing parallels between his behavior and the tactics used by narcissistic abusers. Let’s explore the disturbing similarities between narcissistic abuse and Trump’s leadership style—and what that tells us about….
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