The Phoenix takes flight

'Growth & Confidence'

 

What is the embers stage of recover?

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Stage 5 (“The Rise”) is the phase of empowerment and integration. Survivors begin to step fully into their power, using the insights and growth from earlier stages to create healthy relationships, pursue meaningful goals, and live with authenticity. It’s not about being “finished” with healing—it’s about rising stronger, wiser, and more grounded in self-worth.

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Common feelings in Stage 5 of healing from narcissistic abuse 

 

• ​Positivity about the future

• Able to manage triggers 

• Emotionally stronger

• Encouraging change 

• Solid in yourself

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This stage is the culmination of all your hard work, resilience, and healing. At this point, you are no longer just surviving or stabilising—you are flourishing. You have transformed your pain into power, broken free from the toxic cycles of abuse, and reclaimed the life that was always meant for you. 
 

This phase is not about pretending the past never happened, but about living in a way that reflects your true self. You have healed many of your wounds, learned how to manage your triggers, and cultivated emotional strength. While healing is a lifelong journey, you now handle setbacks with confidence, knowing that you have the tools and self-awareness to navigate them. 
 

In this stage, it is common to make major life changes. You might change jobs, let go of friendships that no longer align with your values, step into healthier relationships, explore new hobbies, or redefine how you see yourself. You are no longer willing to live under the shadow of what happened—you are stepping fully into your power, living life on your terms. 

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​​Healing and growth at this stage involves embracing change, investment in personal growth, holding firm with boundaries and continuing to build a healthy support network as you step forward and thrive.

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Rising and thriving is not about perfection—it is about liberation. It is about stepping into your power, owning your story, and creating a life that is fulfilling and authentic. You are no longer just ‘healing’—you are living, growing, and enjoying the life that was always meant for you.

 

You are strong. You are free. You are rising.