Narcissists fear rejection so much that they will often preemptively end relationships or manipulate situations to avoid being rejected themselves. If they sense you might reject them, they may escalate their abuse or find a new source of narcissistic supply.
For example, when my ex-husband left me, he tried to make it seem like he was doing it for my benefit, saying he couldn’t stand to see me unhappy. But deep down, I suspected there was someone else, which I later confirmed. His behavior escalated as soon as he realized I knew about the affair, showing how desperate he was to maintain control and avoid rejection.
This fear of rejection extends to all relationships, whether with a partner, family, or friends. If they sense any hint of rejection, they will either try to pull you back in or quickly find someone else to fill that void.
3. You Healing and Leading a Better Life
The third, and perhaps the biggest, fear of a narcissist is you healing and leading a better life without them. In positive psychology, we talk about “post-traumatic growth,” which is the idea that you can find strength and purpose from your struggles, especially after experiencing narcissistic abuse.
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