Great article. I loved the implied analogy of Trump as an abusive boyfriend.

It also explains why so many hold so steadfast to him despite the obvious danger, the abuse, the stress and anxiety, and the all around poor quality of life one gets when one binds their fates in the world with such a person.

It will be interesting to see if after he’s gone, and the country has some time to mentally, emotionally, and spiritually heal if people will reflect enough to finally see how certain conditions lead to people being susceptible to narcissistic abuse, how very hard it is to get free of it, and how long the road to recovery is. As hard as it is, we have a chance here, as a nation, to rise stronger, better, and more compassionate and prudent in our actions and our choices. I pray we take it.

That said, like any other abusive boyfriend, it’s unwise to think he will go quietly or without any drama. This is the most dangerous stage of a breakup. And he’s in a position to do a lot of damage. It’s likely that he will happily burn us in every conceivable way before being ousted. Because that’s what they do. Unless they’re contained.