When an empathic woman ends a relationship with a narcissistic person, there is often a period of great confusion and a need to demystify the lost relationship. If you were an over-giver in your relationship with someone - a friend, lover, or even family member- it is helpful to look back at the timeline of your relationship with fresh, discerning eyes, starting from the beginning. Review Your Relationship What was the original spark or hook for you when you first connected?