Here are the 12 laws of power according to narcissistic traits and behaviors.

Law #2: Whoever cares least is the most powerful.

Law #3: Never tell the whole truth, let others tell youtheirsto identify potential vulnerabilities to exploit.

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Azra Tuba

Law #4: Break-ups are a display of power, not permanent.

Through these staged break-ups, they essentially say, I am the one in control here.

I am the one who gets to leave.

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You should do everything possible to win me back.

Law #5: Wear a mask for however long it takes to get someone invested.

Once they are, remove the mask.

Watch out for the minor discrepancies andmicro-betrayalsthat seem to contradict this mask.

Their long-term behaviors will tell you everything you’re gonna wanna know.

Law #7: Always play the victim when held accountable.

It may mean theyre not emotionally ready for a healthy relationship.

Its not your hatred they fear its their insignificance.

This can traumatize you even when you werent that interested in them in the first place.

Law #10: Competition makes you seem more desirable.

Law #11: Hot and cold is better than consistency.

Remember: if someone is playing hot and cold with you, its time to go cold for good.

These are just power ploys to confirm theyre the ones who are affecting your life.

Becomeindifferent to the narcissistand start investing in yourself.