Just need some encouragement :(

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#1 Jan 28 - 8PM
Run4it
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Just need some encouragement :(

This recovery process is surely a roller coaster. Up and down and all around. My days have been much better of late. Drove into town to run today by myself and parked at the library. After my run was over, I sat in my car to text my girlfriend and let her know I was done. When I looked up, across the street was my ex N and the OW out for a walk, laughing ....it triggered me right back to the terrible feelings and tears.

They were turning right onto the street where we used to walk and I could see him pointing out the house where he first lived with his wife. He did the exact same thing with me. We walked and he told me the stories about them living there. The sick part is that the OW's now ex (her 3rd) lived right across the street.

Even though I looked and could see her smiling and animated listening too him and knowing that he is truly an empty monster, it still broke my heart. How could I not love myself enough to know that he is evil and sick? How could I still cry after all this time? Tonight I feel like there is no fairness for those of us who are kind and loving and good.

I am tired of having them thrown into my face every time I turn around. I hate them both and I hate having to be alone crying and suffering through this. My friends don't understand and I find myself not even telling them what I am going through. Tonight is misery again and I want it to be over. I am working so hard at no contact but it seems they are everywhere I go....

Jan 29 - 9PM
Redhead
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We see them

and a part of us sees the man we thought they were. Honey, I'm sorry. Rest assured, he hasn't changed. This isn't true love with the new woman. The d&d will start soon.
Jan 29 - 11AM
Run4it
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Gratitude

Today I am so grateful for this site (thank you Lisa!) , the moderators (you are all so wonderful and say just the right things) and for the brave women and men here who know that many are stronger than one. CD is a bitch but I do know that I have to process this to get through it. Love you all on this sunny, cool Sunday morning....
Jan 29 - 8AM
newlifeway
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it hurts

because we still love we still feel connected when they are not, and recognizing this is painful understandable you were upset and triggered you will turn your back on him you have to do it I hope you are feeling better You know you are better off without him R4IT! it will get better
Jan 29 - 8AM
walking_on_sunshine
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Hi run4it, One day this

Hi run4it, One day this feeling will pass, and you will see him with her going for a walk but she wont be animated or attentive anymore, she will be walking slowly, dazed like, she will look unhappy and stressed out. You will feel something very different than you feel right now. You might feel sorry for her, because we all know... shes next on his list. Time will heal this, stay strong xo
Jan 29 - 12AM
Hunter
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His pattern is sick.. He must

His pattern is sick.. He must keep the same routine to churn and burn women.. Bastard.. Goldie is an excellent option.. Try it you'll like it.. This is not an easy process..just keep doing what you're doing.. It will be ok..I promise.. When you know better you do better.. Hunter
Jan 28 - 10PM
Fearless
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truly sorry

I am so sorry you hurt. I feel like I can relate as we all do about that damn rollercoaster ride. I hate it! One of my dearest male (non-narc) friends told me he sees me making great strides...both forward and backward...but loves the fact that I am forging ahead forcefully with my recovery. It is a recovery - you have to know this. I also understand your pain as most of us do. I woke up this morning after a really good nights sleep (rare these days)...and my first thought upon waking was "I miss him". Now, I believe the Devil put that thought there and that makes me mad. I was doing so well and out of the blue this nonprovoked thought appears in my head all by itself. Well, of course, a wave of pain washes over me. It made me think about his calls, morning: "good morning sugar" and around lunch: "hows your day going honey" and at night: "have good dreams sweetie and I'm going to hold you tonight"....all the things I enjoyed hearing and miss hearing. I had to snap out of it and realize he was probably telling her the same thing within minutes of hanging up the phone from me. I HATE HIM SO MUCH for the intense pain, betrayal, and other various things he did. Evil son of a b. If anyone knows of a way to mentally and completely block someone from your memory...please let me know.

FeFe

Jan 28 - 9PM
GeorgiaGirl
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Despite the pain

you can see this as an incredibly validating moment...OW is not getting it any better than you did. The heartbreaking feelings are a result of comparing where you are now with where she is now. But that is NOT an accurate picture...you need to compare where she is now with him to where you were with him at the same time frame. You were both being treated the same...walks thru the "old neighborhood", smiling arm in arm, stories of the "good 'ol days", etc. SHE IS EXACTLY THE SAME AS YOU. What happened next when you were with him? Did the walks turn in to arguments? Did he refuse to touch you if you did go on walks? Did he make snide, nasty comments when you asked about going on a walk? She will experience the next "stage" exactly as you did...you can bank on it. I know you are hurting and I truly know how lonely and isolating this process is. But you are doing so well even if it doesn't feel like it. You went for a run, texted a friend and just happened to run in to evil...nothing more, nothing less. Triggering without a doubt but you are on the path to recovery...and she is just starting her walk down Shit Street. Don't forget that.
Jan 28 - 11PM (Reply to #7)
Run4it
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Excellent points Georgia Girl

She was smiling and laughing at him but they were not touching or really even close. He never held my hand or touched when we walked. He told the same ole stories over and over. Everything was contrived and his way all the time. It was always about him. I can tell you exactly how their evening will go from there. Yes, they were walking down shit street and that is a good way for me to look at it. Thank you. Watched 5 of Sam's videos. The man is crazy but it helps me for some reason to hear him explain in such a cold manner. It is chilling to say the least and gives me a good dose of the reality of my past situation. I say past, because it is the past and I will never have to go back there again. I will keep moving forward.
Jan 28 - 9PM
Sparrow
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I can only imagine how

I can only imagine how difficult this must be for you, and any member that lives near their narc. I am fortunate, mine don't live near me. Actually, narc #2 lives clear across the country. It is a blessing, not to have to deal with them on a daily basis, to fear running into them at any given moment. It's got to make the process all the more difficult. Please know that you are not alone in your pain. Everyone here knows how you are feeling, and you can reach out any time. Your friends can't understand, even if they tried. It's just not possible, unless they have been through it themselves. You should consider a one-on-one with Goldie. And the support group that is just getting off the ground should be very promising for you and the other members! I know of a few members that have done the one on ones, and have a much better perspective on their recovery. Goldie is extremely helpful and knowledgable. I hope you consider it. :) Stay strong and stay NC! It does get better, I promise.
Jan 28 - 9PM (Reply to #5)
Run4it
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One to one

I have put off the one to one with Goldie thinking I could do this, but now I just don't know. The sadness is overwhelming tonight. I have no thoughts of contacting him. That is not an issue as I would never give him that pleasure. It is the one thing I have control over in this mess he left me with. I am of the belief that everything happens for a reason but seeing them is so damn unpleasant, especially when I was feeling so good and happy with a nice long run!
Jan 28 - 8PM
abreva
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sorry honey

this too shall pass give it time :)
Jan 29 - 6AM (Reply to #2)
Snowflake
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Honestly

The 1 to 1 with Goldie really helped me to see through the fog, It really helped my thought process, I think it would be great for you to try and go through your thought process when you see them together. Reading your words it feels to me like you are thinking that girl got your dream... She got your nightmare hon.
Jan 29 - 8AM (Reply to #3)
gratefuljen
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There is no fast or easy way through this hell, just one foot in

front of the other. NO CONTACT, NO CONTACT, NO CONTACT. Cry, grieve. When you go back into the cognitive dissonance, write about it on here. I feel your pain. It's been a year now, and I can feel my spirit, my self healing. I no longer grieve, I no longer yearn for "it" I no longer cry. I feel indifference. You will too. It just takes time, and a lot of internal work. Work on you, your self esteem, you spirit, your healing. There are wounds in us, that make it possible for the n/p to choose us. Also strengths. Figure out what those are, and that's you ticket out of the hell. Love to you Jen