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
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
Your decision and ability to ignore a narcissist’s hoover is the catalyst for breaking the narcissistic abuse cycle. Just like the Hoover vacuum cleaner, narcissists work hard to “suck” their victims back into their orbits. Rejecting these hoovering efforts often magnifies their gaslighting, harms their ego, and triggers their narcissistic rage. The more you can … Read more
Narcissists are damaged individuals forced into a cyclical life in which they’re either on top of the world or down in the dumps. There is no in-between for a narcissist, and the downsides are so extreme and unpleasant that they’ll do everything they can to avoid them, including gaslighting you. Narcissists use gaslighting to manipulate … Read more
If you’ve ever been a victim of gaslighting, you’ll know how traumatic it can be. Gaslighting is a form of emotional abuse and manipulation that can have a devastating effect on its victims, especially if it continues for an extended period. Gaslighting is all about using psychological and manipulative tactics to make someone question their … 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
Narcissists are masters at playing mind games. They play to win and take no prisoners. They are poor losers and if they don’t win they will often react in a fit of rage and stomp away like a little child.
A narcissistic stare is so intense and penetrating that it seems to consume all the attention and energy in its path. It draws you into the Narcissist’s world, leaving you floundering in a mire of self-obsession and manipulation. Behind those penetrative eyes is an insatiable need for dominance, control, and admiration. A narcissist uses eye … Read more
Even though someone may not engage in this behavior consciously, unintentional gaslighting is real. It refers to denying, dismissing, or distorting someone’s sense of reality. It can be considered emotional or psychological abuse. Anyone can become an unintentional gaslighter- even a white lie or strong exaggeration may fall under this category. But when someone constantly gaslights- even … Read more
Narcissists can intentionally or unintentionally trick therapists, as they are used to masking their emotions and putting on a facade to impress others. They can present as a victim to gain empathy from therapists. They might also downplay or lie about how they treat others. In family or couples therapy, people often note that the … Read more