October 4, 2025
You Don’t Know What You Had—Until It’s Gone: Understanding Narcissistic Abuse

They say “you don’t know what you’ve got until it’s gone.” But if you’ve loved a narcissist, the truth cuts deeper: you don’t realise what you were living through until you finally break free.

In the beginning, it felt like love—constant attention, affection, and promises of a future together. But behind the mask was manipulation, gaslighting, and emotional control. What seemed like passion was really a toxic cycle designed to make you question your worth, your choices, and even your sanity.

When the relationship ends, you see it clearly:

  • The lies.
  • The control.
  • The endless cycle of idealisation and rejection.

What you thought was love was actually narcissistic abuse. And what feels like heartbreak can become the start of your healing.

From the author of The Narcissist Handbook – the #1 Amazon Best Seller, this book will help you:

  • Recognise the signs of narcissistic behaviour.
  • Understand the toxic patterns that kept you trapped.
  • Break free from the cycle of gaslighting and control.
  • Rebuild your self-worth, clarity, and confidence.

What you lost was never real love.

What you’ve gained is freedom.

The Narcissist Handbook is your step-by-step guide to understanding narcissistic abuse, breaking the cycle, and healing for good. https://mybook.to/fEFj