One of the biggest risks of prolonged exposure to stress and trauma is chronic inflammation. When your body is constantly in survival mode, it can lead to an overactive immune response, which in turn can cause inflammation throughout your body. Over time, this can contribute to health problems like arthritis, diabetes, and even cardiovascular diseases. It’s not just in your head—it’s in your blood, your genes, your tissues. Your body might keep reacting to their presence for years after the relationship has ended.
At this point, you might be wondering: is there any way to get rid of this? Am I stuck with this forever? The truth is that while you may not be able to physically remove the DNA, you can take steps to heal emotionally, mentally, and physically. The first step is understanding what’s happening in your body and realizing that healing is possible, even at the cellular level.
Now, I know this sounds unsettling, but understanding this process can also be empowering. Once you are aware of it, you can start taking steps toward healing—not just emotionally but physically as well. Addressing the biological impact of trauma can help you regain control over your body and your life. This might include practices like trauma-informed yoga, therapy, or energy-based practices that help calm your nervous system and bring your body back into balance. Techniques like Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) or Reiki can be incredibly powerful in helping you reset your body’s response to stress.
When we talk about the effects of narcissistic abuse, we cannot ignore the biological aspect. Microchimerism and epigenetics are real, and they play a significant role in how you recover from the trauma of being in a relationship with a narcissist. It’s not just about healing your mind—it’s about healing your body too.
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