The Cost of Staying

Purpose:

To help you “add up” the real-life cost of staying in the relationship.

Instructions:

Create a list of how being with the narcissist in your life affects you emotionally, physically, financially, psychologically, socially, and spiritually.

For example, you might write or type things like:

“I feel nauseous because I’m so anxious.”
“I have trouble sleeping at night.”
“I end up spending money I don’t really have.”
“I constantly question myself.”
“I feel isolated from my friends and family.”
“I feel like I’m failing at what my faith asks of me.”

Final Thoughts:

Take your time with this, and add as much as you can.

The more specific and honest you are, the clearer the picture becomes.

This is important because, just like you would check your finances before making a big purchase, you need to understand what staying would cost you before you make a decision.