People often assume that narcissists are self-serving and vindictive individuals. However, the reality is that they are often grappling with extremely low self-esteem and profound feelings of shame. Narcissists depend heavily on external validation, and when they suddenly lose that supply, they may experience an emotional breakdown known as a narcissistic collapse. Although research on…
Narcissists project an image of invincibility and omnipotence. They present themselves as untouchable, unaffected by the mundane concerns and feelings that mere mortals experience. Their grandiose sense of self might make them appear as if nothing can dent their armor. However, beneath this impenetrable facade, there are certain experiences that completely destroy this illusion and…
Every form of narcissistic abuse is, in fact, physical abuse. It does not matter if they never screamed, yelled, or laid a hand on you; psychologically, they have physically violated you by invading your personal space and suffocating you in what is meant to be your refuge—your home. That’s why it’s not just in your…
A covert narcissist is called the most dangerous type of narcissist for good reasons. The abuse from such a narcissist is very hard to recognize because they always stay in victim mode, and you don’t feel like they could be narcissistic. Their grandiosity and entitlement are very hidden, which is the opposite of what you…
A narcissist’s relationship with a phone is as toxic as their relationship with you or other people. They use their phone as a portal to gather a massive supply by projecting an image to the world, an image that is fake, and no one truly gets to know or experience the real person behind the…
Number One: When asked for assistance. A narcissist will happily help strangers over helping you. They will lend a helping hand to people they don’t know. “Oh, do you need help with that? Take my credit card since yours isn’t working. It’s all on me.” They will help their side of the family but abandon…
Have you ever been so fed up with a narcissist’s behavior that you just wanted to call them out, tell them off, and expose their lies? Well, hold on before you take that leap; you need to know something crucial. What if I told you that calling out a narcissist could backfire in ways you’ve…
Going no contact with a narcissistic parent is far more complex and painful than going no contact with a narcissistic partner. Why? Because you’re not just cutting off contact with a person; you’re severing ties with a lifetime of programming. You’re going no contact with the role you were expected to play in their life…
There’s nothing a narcissist loves more than an empath. What’s not to like? Their good nature makes them willing to believe that everyone is good-natured and of equal value, with the same kindness. They want to help people in need, especially those who are vulnerable, or at least appear vulnerable. The narcissist’s perfectly crafted tragic…
What motivates you to do things the way you do and the way you behave is not what motivates a narcissist. When you choose to help someone, you are driven by empathy—you genuinely want to improve their situation and uplift them. However, when a narcissist chooses to help the same person, they aren’t motivated by…