Imagine your partner accusing you of being a narcissist, saying you must always be the center of attention, constantly seek admiration from others, and lack empathy for their feelings. Being called a narcissist is never pleasant, but it’s especially hurtful when there’s no truth. Sadly, narcissists accuse others of being narcissistic because they tend to … Read more
When you were a baby, you copied everything your mother did. You breathed in when she inhaled, exhaled when she did, smiled when she smiled and cried when you saw she was sad. This was how you learned how to communicate and engage with other people, and it’s what you continue to do to create … Read more
It’s tempting to give narcissists the benefit of the doubt, especially if you’re in love with one. You might want to believe that they’re unaware of their destructive behavior and that their manipulative ways are completely subconscious. Many people who’ve struggled to survive a narcissistic relationship have asked themselves, “Do narcissists know what they are … Read more
As a rule, narcissists only care about themselves, so they will never feel bad for hurting you as long as they get what they need from the situation. When a narcissist hurts you, it makes them feel better than you. It proves to them that they’re in control of the situation, and your emotions, which … Read more
“You’re unreasonable, over-sensitive, forgetful, and prone to irrational thoughts and over-the-top reactions.” If any of these phrases sound familiar, you could be the victim of gaslighting. Gaslighting is a manipulative technique often employed by narcissists and psychopaths. It’s designed to make you doubt your reality and sanity and buy wholeheartedly into their version of events. … Read more
A narcissistic parent doesn’t worry about favoring one child over another because each child has a specific role in their narcissistic drama. They project their failures and fears onto the scapegoat while idealizing and cherishing the golden child. As the golden child matures, they often develop narcissistic tendencies of their own, and understandably so. They’ve … Read more
A narcissist may come across as self-confident and successful, but nearly everything they do is a defensive tactic designed to keep their feelings of inadequacy at bay. After a breakup, these behaviors become even more pronounced as the narcissist tries to escape feelings of loss and failure and boost their self-esteem. To understand what makes … Read more
Breaking up with a narcissist is a complicated and stressful process, and once you’ve finally managed to extricate yourself from that web of lies and deceit, you need to protect yourself and your newfound freedom. Turning your back on someone you once loved, even if it was someone who manipulated you at every opportunity, isn’t … Read more
It’s no secret that talking to a narcissist often feels like a lose-lose situation. You’re probably used to the narcissist manipulating reality and blaming you for everything. They don’t take personal accountability for their actions and react with rage when things don’t go their way. It can all feel frustrating and discouraging. That said, it’s important to … Read more
As a narcissist, you believe you’re superior to everyone around you and more deserving of attention and admiration than anyone else. But what happens when you meet someone who feels the same? When two narcissists meet, you might expect them to engage in furious rivalry as they battle for the attention they desperately need, but … Read more