Once you come to the realization of understanding – you will feel disgusted. Self-doubt is replaced by anger. You will realize you were being used, manipulated, and brainwashed. 

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You will start to feel all of the things that you weren’t allowed to feel while in the relationship. Cognitive dissonance has caused a huge displacement of anger.

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Delayed rage is expected when leaving a psychopathic relationship. It can take months, even years to feel. Do not act on it – it will only prove the psychopath’s point. The best thing you can do for yourself is to remain calm and composed and get your life back together.