I can't seem to move on from my vulnerable narcissist partner

Why is it so hard to move on from a relationship you know was toxic—even when leaving was the right decision? Why does the person you left still feel so present in your thoughts, months or even years later? And how do you stop judging yourself for not being "over it" yet? In this episode of Ask Angela: Relationship Advice for Love After Trauma, Angela Amias responds to a listener who is struggling to heal after an 11-year relationship marked by emotional manipulation and control. Even nine months after the breakup, she feels stuck—trying to understand what healing after a relationship with a vulnerable narcissist actually looks like in real life. Angela explores: Why emotional healing often takes far longer than we expect How toxic relationship dynamics leave deep imprints that unwind slowly Why intrusive thoughts and memories are part of recovery—not signs of failure How time, distance, and self-compassion create space for real change What it truly means to move through pain rather than trying to "get over" it How painful memories can hold important information for your future If you're finding it difficult to stop thinking about an ex who hurt you—or feeling frustrated with how long moving on from a toxic relationship is taking—this episode offers honest, compassionate relationship guidance for trusting your own timing and continuing forward with clarity and self-respect. ✑ Join the conversation at askangela.co or leave a question at askangelapodcast.com ✫ Because everyone deserves love, trust, and connection in their relationships—and you don't have to figure it out alone.   Read more Ask Angela: Relationship Advice for Love After Trauma