You think you’ve finally found peace when you pull away from a narcissist.
But that’s when the real chaos often begins.
If you’ve ever tried to distance yourself from a narcissist—or just stopped reacting the way they expect—you’ve likely noticed something strange.
They don’t walk away quietly.
They react. Loudly. Manipulatively. Sometimes even cruelly.
Here’s what really happens when you stop playing their game.
1. They Panic—But You Won’t See It Right Away
At first, they might go silent.
You’ll think, Wow. Maybe they took it well. Maybe it’s over.
But inside, they’re spinning. Because narcissists don’t do well with losing control.
They’ve built a script for how you’re supposed to behave—apologize, beg, chase. And when you don’t?
They feel power slipping from their hands.
That silence? It’s not peace. It’s strategy.
2. They Love-Bomb Again—But This Time It’s Desperate
Out of nowhere, they’re suddenly sweet again.
They remember your favorite song. They bring up memories. They miss you.
It might feel like hope, but it’s bait.
This isn’t love. It’s survival.
You were their supply. Their mirror. Their emotional battery. And now it’s gone, they’ll do anything to plug back in.
3. They Flip the Script—You’re Suddenly the Villain
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