If you know a narcissist, you know exactly what it feels to catch them in a lie. At times, their lies may seem so obvious that you can’t fathom why they don’t just fess up. That said, narcissism and lying go hand-in-hand. Can you convince them to tell you the truth? Is there an effective … Read more
Losing control is a narcissists worst nightmare; and when they do, they go from zero to one hundred really quick. If you thought you’ve seen your partner angry, you categorically do not want to be in their line of fire when they think they’ve lost control. Your best-case scenario is that they will quickly find … Read more
The narcissist has hurt you so many times. Maybe they’ve gaslighted you or smeared you or completely destroyed your self-esteem. And somehow, they continue to get away with their awful behavior. Even when things seem to be getting better, you may feel like you’re walking on eggshells. It’s like they can change their mood or … Read more
If the phrase “opposites attract” was in the dictionary, empaths and narcissists would be the definition. They are like fire and water, but the two personalities have always been wildly attracted to one another. Unfortunately, empaths usually end up with the short end of the stick, because narcissists have an ulterior motive for dating empaths. … Read more
All narcissists value adoration, praise, and validation. They all struggle or completely lack empathy for others, and they inadvertently hurt people with their selfish actions. Malignant narcissists, on the other hand, intentionally and actively harm others. They’re more likely to use force and violence to meet their needs. A malignant narcissist tends to lash out … Read more
No doubt, the narcissist in your life probably has you feeling miserable on a regular basis. You probably spend excess time trying to impress or please them. You might also devote intense energy to maintaining a sense of peace within your relationship. Unfortunately, narcissists often bulldoze loved ones with their cruel actions. You may believe … Read more
The only thing Alice ever got from her mother was contempt. She can’t remember a time when this wasn’t the case. This is how psychologist Daniel Shaw describes one of his patients in his paper on how narcissistic parents affect their children. Alice’s mother could not admit any imperfection. If anything was wrong – at … Read more
“Narcissism is an exaggeration, a malignancy of a healthy phenomenon.” Sam Vaknin That’s what Sam Vaknin told WebMD, way back in ‘99. Vaknin is a self-confessed narcissist, one of a few narcs who have gone on to write books on the condition. And there’s a lot of truth in what he says here. I suppose … Read more
Empaths are often narcissists’ main targets because they are seen as an easy source of supply. So how do empaths protect themselves against narcissists? Empaths are driven by compassion; they tune into the energy and emotions of others. They feel deeply, and this often places them in the role of rescuer. Empaths fall victim to … Read more
A common question asked by men and women who have been in a relationship with a narcissist, is do narcissists come back to old relationships? It is often the feeling of loss and despair that leads the jilted partner down this road of enquiry. The answer to this question depends on the type of narcissist … Read more