Toxic Relationships : How they destroy Self-Trust
Posted on March 23, 2024 by Olivia Q, One of Thousands of Relationship Coaches on Noomii.
Unpack the destructive impact of toxic relationships on self-trust in this straightforward exploration.
Toxic relationships can have a profound impact on self-trust. Here’s how:
-Undermining Confidence: Toxic partners often criticize, belittle, or manipulate their partners, which erodes self-confidence and belief in one’s abilities.
-Gaslighting: This manipulation technique makes the victim doubt their own perceptions, memory, or sanity. Over time, it can make you question your judgment in all aspects of life.
-Broken Promises and Betrayal: When someone repeatedly breaks promises or betrays your trust, it can make you hesitant to trust yourself in making choices or judgments about people’s intentions.
-Isolation: Toxic partners might isolate you from friends and family, leaving you without a support network. This isolation can make it harder to seek validation or perspective from others, leading to increased self-doubt.
-Repetition of Patterns: Being in a toxic relationship can lead to a pattern of attracting similar toxic dynamics, making you question your ability to choose healthy relationships.
-Loss of Autonomy: Toxic partners often try to control or dictate your actions, causing you to doubt your ability to make decisions independently.
-Internalizing Blame: Continuously being blamed or made to feel responsible for problems in the relationship can lead to self-blame and a lack of confidence in your own judgment.
-Rebuilding self-trust after experiencing a toxic relationship involves introspection, self-compassion, setting boundaries, seeking support, and gradually learning to trust your instincts and judgments again. My coaching services offer support and guidance in rebuilding strength, confidence and self-trust.
