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Fostering "selffulness"—mindful self-awareness, boundary-setting, and reality testing—can serve as a foundation for healing. External support systems are crucial, as they provide the reality checks necessary to counteract the narcissist’s distortion.
Ultimately, awareness and intentional boundary maintenance are key to escaping the cycle of dependency and reclaiming one’s psychological independence from the destructive influence of narcissistic partners.