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Old Sep 24, 2010, 05:04 AM
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You already got some great responses here MAWL.

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Originally Posted by mightaswelllive View Post
Ok, I pretty much get that they're not changing and that I'm always going to be "the crazy one". I guess maybe the better question to ask is

- how do I accept my designated role in my family system without actually falling back into it every time I am in contact with them? And maybe - what tools do I use to stay strong around them?

And how do you "just ignore" a narcissist?
Excellent questions, you've got your problem narrowed down really well which is the first step in solving it. I can see your problem, it is hard for you to withstand their pressure to put you back into this role. I would say that it will be easier after you build yourself up more. I would suggest you continue to build your own identity and strengthen your boundaries.

Have you ever tried ignoring your dad before? If so, what happened?
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