Toxic Relationships with a Narcissist: Recognize, Confront, and Heal

Empower Yourself to Break Free from Emotional Destruction and Rediscover Self-Love

De: Regina Nunez

Narrado por: Bernadine Bornman

Break Free From the Cycle - Reclaim Your Power, Your Truth, and Your Self-Love

Are you exhausted from loving someone who keeps breaking you?

Feel trapped between staying loyal and saving yourself?

Have you started questioning your own reality, worth, and sanity?

The confusion, the second-guessing, the apologies you keep giving even when you’re the one hurting - it all wears you down piece by piece. Narcissistic relationships don’t just break your heart; they attack your identity. You wake up one day feeling smaller, lost, and unsure of who you are. That pain is real. And you deserve a way out. I wrote this book because I’ve lived through the same quiet war.

Toxic Relationships with a Narcissist is built for that turning point when you finally admit something has to change. It gives you a clear path through the chaos, exposes the manipulation, and shows you how to heal and reclaim yourself.

If you’ve ever felt confused, guilty, or emotionally drained in a relationship that somehow always makes you the problem, this book was written for you. You don’t need to justify your pain. You just need the right roadmap to get your life back.

Take the first step toward freedom. Reclaim the self-love, clarity, and peace you’ve been missing for far too long.

©2025 Regina Nunez (P)2025 Regina Nunez

A total wake-up call for the soul

I’m sitting here in a daze because this book just rocked my entire world. It’s so personal and conversational; it really does feel like Regina is right there with you, cheering you on. She doesn’t sugarcoat how hard it is to break free, but she makes the "after" sound so beautiful that you’ll do anything to get there. It’s the ultimate guide to getting your life back.

The second I hit the chapter on "Recognizing the Mask," I was done for. I couldn't have put the book down if I tried. It was like she was describing my ex-boyfriend down to the way he stood and talked. It was so eerie but so incredibly healing to realize there’s a pattern to the madness. I felt like I was finally getting the "cheat codes" to a game I’d been losing for years.

I have a major "revelation hangover" right now. My head is spinning with all the things I’ve learned, but my heart feels so steady. It’s a weirdly wonderful combination. I’m looking at my future with so much more hope than I was yesterday. If you feel like you’re losing your mind, read this—it’ll help you find it again.

Finally, a book that gets the "invisible" scars.

I went into this feeling totally drained and hopeless, and I’m coming out of it feeling like a warrior. Nunez doesn't use all that academic jargon that makes your eyes glaze over. She talks to you like a friend who has been through the fire and knows exactly where the exits are. I knew I was hooked when she described the "love bombing" phase—it was so spot-on it actually gave me chills.

The middle section on "Confronting" was the hardest to read but the most necessary. It made me feel empowered instead of terrified. I realized that the "emotional destruction" I was living through wasn't my fault, and that realization alone was worth the price of the book. It’s raw, it’s honest, and it doesn't sugarcoat how hard the healing process is, which I really appreciated.

I’m currently in a bit of a daze, just processing everything I’ve learned. It’s a lot to take in, but in a way that makes me feel solid for the first time in a decade. My "self-love" battery is finally starting to charge back up. This isn't just a book you read; it’s a book you survive and grow from. 5 stars isn't enough.

3. Headline: The manual for your soul you didn't know you needed.
Seriously, cancel your plans. I started this on a Sunday morning and didn't look up until I’d hit the final page. Regina Nunez has this way of writing that makes you feel so safe while you’re looking at some really ugly truths. I knew I was "all in" when she started talking about "Rediscovering Self-Love"—I realized I hadn't even liked myself in years, let alone loved myself.

The "Recognize" portion of the book felt like someone finally turned the lights on in a dark room. I was highlighting so much that my book is basically neon yellow now. It’s not just about the narcissist; it’s about you and how to build a fortress around your own peace. That shift in perspective changed everything for me.

I’m left with this lingering feeling of peace that I haven't felt in forever. It’s a "hangover" of pure clarity. I keep thinking about specific sentences that just clicked for me. If you’re stuck in that cycle of "maybe it’ll get better," read this today. It’s the wake-up call that actually gives you a hug afterward.

My jaw was on the floor the entire time

I am officially a different person than I was when I opened this book. Nunez writes with this incredible mix of warmth and "no-BS" truth. The moment I knew this was a 5-star read was when she explained why we stay—the "trauma bonding." I felt like she was reading my diary. It was the first time I didn't feel ashamed of my own choices.

The middle of the book is a masterclass in setting boundaries. It made me feel like I actually had a shield in my hands. Seeing the tactics of a narcissist laid out so clearly makes them feel less like "monsters" and more like predictable, broken people. That shift makes them so much easier to handle (and leave).

I’ve got a massive emotional hangover, but it’s the good kind. It’s like the soreness you feel after a really good workout—you know you’re getting stronger. I’m finally starting to look in the mirror and recognize the person looking back at me. This book is a miracle for anyone who has been silenced.

It Helped Me Make Sense of What I Went Through

I listened to Toxic Relationships with a Narcissist when I was still trying to understand why a past relationship left me feeling so confused and emotionally drained. This audiobook didn’t feel dramatic or judgmental—it felt honest and grounding.

What stood out to me was how clearly it explains subtle narcissistic behaviors. Not extreme situations, just everyday moments that slowly wear you down—constant blame-shifting, guilt, and feeling like you’re always the one trying harder. I recognized a lot of those patterns right away.

The sections on healing and rediscovering self-love felt realistic. There’s no pressure to “move on” quickly. Instead, it focuses on rebuilding self-trust, setting boundaries, and learning to listen to your own feelings again. The narrator’s calm, supportive tone made it easy to stay present, even during heavier parts.

This audiobook didn’t give me instant answers, but it gave me clarity and validation. If you’ve ever questioned yourself in a relationship and want to understand why, this is a really helpful and reassuring listen.

Helped Me Reclaim My Self Worth and Clarity

Listening to Toxic Relationships with a Narcissist felt validating in a way I didn’t expect. This isn’t a dramatic or accusatory book it’s calm, clear, and deeply affirming for anyone who’s been stuck in a relationship that slowly made them doubt themselves. Regina Nunez explains narcissistic dynamics in a way that finally puts words to that constant confusion, guilt, and self-blame so many people carry. What stood out to me most is how the book focuses on reclaiming your sense of self, not just labeling someone else as the problem. As a dancer coach, I’ve seen how emotional manipulation and chronic self doubt can show up in people’s bodies, confidence, and performance. This listen helped me understand how deeply toxic relationships impact identity, decision making, and self trust and why healing has to be gentle, not rushed. The tone feels compassionate and lived in, like someone who’s been through it and truly understands how hard it is to leave, even when you know something is wrong. The steps toward healing are realistic and empowering, not overwhelming or judgmental. If you’ve ever felt like you were shrinking, apologizing for everything, or questioning your own reality in a relationship, this book offers clarity and reassurance that you’re not imagining things and you’re not broken. This isn’t a quick fix, but it’s a solid starting point for anyone ready to stop surviving and start rebuilding their self worth.