We all know narcissists are more than capable of punishing you. One wrong move is all it takes. In fact… punishment is one of the strongest forms of control, accompanied by the progressing approach to chipping away at your character. They think you criticize? They punish. They think you aren’t listening? They punish you. You … Read more
It’s a tale as old as time: someone falls for a narcissist based on the love bombing that occurred early in the relationship, only to be confused when the narcissist begins to show their true colors. Maybe the narcissist shows cruel behavior toward you, withdrawing affection and slinging insults your way as soon as they … Read more
If you find yourself repeatedly attracting narcissists, you’re probably starting to feel exhausted. In one relationship after another, you’ve been lied to, taken advantage of, and made to feel like you’re crazy. After a while, you’re probably starting to blame yourself. If this sounds like you, grant yourself some compassion. While you aren’t to blame … Read more
Narcissists are no strangers to lying. If you’ve ever interacted with a narcissistic person, you’ve probably been a victim of their dishonesty. And, if you caught them in a lie, they likely reacted with rage. You’re probably left wondering, “Does a narcissist believe their lies?” While we’d all probably like a straightforward answer, it’s not … Read more
If you’ve ever been with a narcissist, you know that before long, they will show a dark side. The relationship might have started as rainbows and butterflies, but chances are, it quickly declined. Early on in a relationship with a narcissist, it will become clear to you that there is something off about them. They … Read more
You’ve heard them play their violins, and you’ve seen them pout their way to true Victimville – that’s right – narcissists love to make everybody think they’ve been wronged. Is it always everybody else’s fault? Well… you know the answer – absolutely not! Narcissists want you pegged as the bad guy so the heat is … Read more
SILENCE! Probably something you have wanted for a while, right? What makes that peace impossible? The narcissist! There is no greater pleasure than shutting down a narcissist. When you’ve had weeks, months – even years of tolerating their noise – you know you’re ready to take firm action. Wanting to shut down a narcissist can … Read more
So… the time has come when you can no longer tolerate the toxic effects of being with a narcissist, and you decide you want to leave. Leaving any narcissist is never going to be as straightforward as bowing out of a healthy relationship. You’ll be pushed and pulled in all directions as they repel your … Read more
Imagine a game of football in which the goalposts are constantly moved so that you can never score a goal, no matter how many times you try. Narcissists will tell you the game’s rules, and then change them as you play. No sooner do you think you’re close to getting their approval – they change … Read more
Breaking up with a narcissist is like ripping off a band-aid – the quicker you do it – the less it hurts. The trouble with that is that they will find every and any way to slow the process down because they can’t stand the idea that anyone could possibly leave them. A narcissist doesn’t … Read more