Was it really that bad… or am I just being dramatic?


There’s a kind of confusion that lingers long after the relationship ends.

You replay conversations over and over. You second-guess your memory. You wonder if you made things worse—or if maybe it really was your fault.

And at some point, you probably asked yourself:
“Was it really that bad… or am I just being dramatic?”

It wasn’t in your head.
It was happening—and it’s time to name it for what it was.

The truth is, many narcissists don’t look like narcissists at first glance.
They seem charming. Supportive. Fun to be around. Helpful. Even romantic.

But somewhere along the way, you started shrinking inside.
And by the time the mask slipped, the damage was already done.

Can you relate to this?

  • Feeling deeply unseen in a relationship—like no matter what you did, it was never enough?
  • Walking away from conversations feeling disoriented, but you're not sure what went wrong?
  • Still wrestling with the fear that it was all in your head?

If any of this feels familiar to you this free tool can help bring clarity to the chaos:


This guide lays out the subtle but progressive behaviors that often go unnoticed—until your soul starts to suffocate under the weight of confusion, guilt, or emotional exhaustion.

Once you’ve had a chance to explore the guide, I’ll follow up with a few gentle insights to help you take the next step—whatever that looks like for you.

This is just the beginning—but it’s a powerful one.

More insight and encouragement are coming your way soon.
But for today, take a breath… open your eyes… and let the truth begin to settle in.

You’re not imagining things. And you don’t have to figure this out alone.

We'll talk again soon!

Blessings,
Annette

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Still untangling the lies long after the narcissist is gone? Glass Slipper Reflections delivers weekly truth-filled devotionals to help Christian women heal, rebuild, and rediscover their God-given identity and purpose.

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