you’re able to use six secrets about narcissists to protect yourself from their manipulation.
They will unmask themselves much more quickly when they think youre not aware of who they truly are.
Their actions and pattern of behavior will tell you far more than their words ever will.
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It will only cause narcissistic rage and backlash that can convince you to retreat.
One of their biggest fears is being caught and held accountable so always document their abuse whenever possible.
Recently weve had a string of predators being exposed for sexual assault and harassment.
Not only do victims have more evidence, they also realize theyre not alone.
you might use this knowledge of a covert predators fear of exposure to your advantage.
Keep your messages brief and factual, and avoid emotion, whatever you do.
Emotion cant be proved in court, but facts can.
Your indifference is their kryptonite.
As narcissism expert and authorDr.
Theyre not hoping youll come back to them so they can give you the good relationship you truly deserve.
They hope youll come back to them just so they can have the final say and retraumatize you further.
Narcissists hate beingdiscarded firstbecause it represents a loss of power and a threat to their perceived superiority.
Its because they miss feeling like they own you.
This is a common pattern in abusive relationships.
The cycle doesnt end.
With a narcissist, the blowup gets worse each time you reconcile.
And that blowup is coming.Dr.
Stephanie Sarkis,So Youre In A Relationship With A Narcissist, Now What?
5.Yourenotinferior in any way to their other victims or new targets.
Thats why theyll compare you to their exes or their new targets.
To them, you are no different, even if theyd like you to think otherwise.
Theyre not really that humble or remorseful and pity is one of their greatest ploys.
Narcissists project an image of themselves as very charitable and humble human beings in the beginning of every relationship.
Its what makes them so compelling and charismatic to society.
Dont get me wrong: some people trulyaremodest and humble, which can be wonderful traits.
Narcissists, on the other hand, use the image of modesty to mask their true haughty interiors.
I am sure that if the devil existed, he would want us to feel very sorry for him.
Shahida Arabi is the author ofPower: Surviving and Thriving After Narcissistic Abuse.
