Narcissists commonly hide abuse, by using “reactive abuse”. This is where they repeatedly poke and wind someone up, until they eventually snap. Narcissists may use subtle insults. Or mention things ...

Have you experienced a narcissist stare? Perhaps they stared intensely during conversations. Or their eyes followed you round the room, for no apparent reason. Or they stared expectantly, as if you’re ...

Imagine being stuck in a position where anything you do is wrong. No matter what choice you make. Pretty frustrating, right? Unfortunately, this is what many narcissists do to people. They manipulate ...

If you leave a narcissist, it may not be the last you hear from them. Especially if they haven’t found your replacement. Most narcissists HAVE to be in a relationship. Because they need almost ...

We’re taught that empathy is good. And for the most part it is. Empathy is putting yourself in other peoples shoes. It encourages people to grow and mature, as they learn about people outside ...

Neuro-typical relationships often grow stronger over time. Bonds are built. They learn about each other, and grow together. But the opposite is usually true with narcissists. Narcissists often ...

Narcissism and hoarding, while not always directly linked, can sometimes overlap. Narcissists may engage in hoarding to fill internal emptiness, or as a means of external validation and ...

Narcissists believe they’re the custodians of right and wrong. And have the right to punish as they see fit. Narcissists can be triggered by seemingly trivial things. So you might not know why they’re ...

When a narcissist walks into a room, they check everyone out. Then rank them. Then suss where they are in the hierarchy. This constant comparing to others must be exhausting. And leads to many ...

It’s common for narcissists to smear ex partners. And once you understand how narcissists think, it’s not surprising. Narcissists know that when you’re free from their clutches, you’ll talk. And ...

Narcissist relationships are notorious for causing anxiety. And we can stay bitten, long after the relationship ends. Anxiety is a normal response to danger. And narcissists spark our flight or fight ...

Narcissists develop a range of tactics to control and manipulate others. And arguing is one of the main tools in their toolbox. Narcissists know that most people hate conflict. And will bend over ...