However, you may also thrive. You may be quite good at boundaries, have good instincts, and be able to see unhealthy situations, step back, and not engage. If your family discards you at the behest of the narcissistic parent, there can be tremendous grief, which is when therapy to manage these feelings as well as cultivating healthier sources of social support (a “chosen family”) becomes essential. You have a gift. Value your ability to see toxic patterns and act accordingly.
