Divorcing a Narcissist

DIVORCING A NARCISSIST

Writing Will and Testament — Fort Myers, FL — The Law Offices of Michele S Belmont

In my practice, I frequently encounter new clients who are struggling with ending a relationship with a narcissist. Usually, after I listen to the client describe their partner, I will run through some of the personality traits listed below, and the client’s eyes light up in surprise, for I have just described their partner. Some clients even ask if I know their partner personally. I have a great deal of experience representing clients who are struggling with a relationship with a narcissist. I am experienced in helping my clients through the process of separation from a narcissist, and in negotiating with a narcissist.

Removing yourself from a relationship with a narcissist, and recovering from narcissistic abuse is not an easy process. But with the right team of people to support you, you can recover, and live a happy healthy life. If you are separating from a narcissist, is imperative that your attorney understands how to help you, as your struggle is unique, and must be handled by an experienced litigator.

WHAT IS NARCISSIM:

Narcissistic personality disorder is a mental condition in which people have an inflated sense of their own importance, a deep need for excessive attention and admiration, troubled relationships, and a lack of empathy for others. But behind this mask of extreme confidence lies a fragile self-esteem that's vulnerable to the slightest criticism.

A narcissistic personality disorder causes problems in many areas of life, such as relationships, work, school or financial affairs. People with narcissistic personality disorder may be generally unhappy and disappointed when they're not given the special favors or admiration they believe they deserve. They may find their relationships unfulfilling, and others may not enjoy being around them.

Symptoms

Signs and symptoms of narcissistic personality disorder and the severity of symptoms vary. People with the disorder can:

Have an exaggerated sense of self-importance
Have a sense of entitlement and require constant, excessive admiration
Expect to be recognized as superior even without achievements that warrant it
Exaggerate achievements and talents
Be preoccupied with fantasies about success, power, brilliance, beauty or the perfect mate
Believe they are superior and can only associate with equally special people
Monopolize conversations and belittle or look down on people they perceive as inferior
Expect special favors and unquestioning compliance with their expectations
Take advantage of others to get what they want
Have an inability or unwillingness to recognize the needs and feelings of others
Be envious of others and believe others envy them
Behave in an arrogant or haughty manner, coming across as conceited, boastful and pretentious
Insist on having the best of everything — for instance, the best car or office
Become impatient or angry when they don't receive special treatment
Have significant interpersonal problems and easily feel slighted
React with rage or contempt and try to belittle the other person to make themselves appear superior
Have difficulty regulating emotions and behavior
Experience major problems dealing with stress and adapting to change
Feel depressed and moody because they fall short of perfection
Have secret feelings of insecurity, shame, vulnerability and humiliation
Become impatient or angry when they don't receive special treatment
Have significant interpersonal problems and easily feel slighted
React with rage or contempt and try to belittle the other person to make themselves appear superior
Have difficulty regulating emotions and behavior
Experience major problems dealing with stress and adapting to change
Feel depressed and moody because they fall short of perfection
Have secret feelings of insecurity, shame, vulnerability and humiliation