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Are Narcissists protective?
“Narcissists are self-protective, and they have their antenna out for disrespect, or for someone taking something from them, and underneath they’re very insecure,” she said.
Why do narcissists bring you down?
Narcissistic people simply look down on others, seeing themselves as superior. Whether they actually feel superior (grandiosity) or are trying to compensate for weakness (vulnerability) could not be determined by this study. The upshot? Narcissistic people are more likely to make you feel bad about yourself.
How does alcohol affect a narcissist’s behavior?
In my relationship with a (undiagnosed of course, as he is perfect in his eyes) narcissistic man, alcohol amplified his behaviors both good and bad. In the love bomb stages, the first three years, alcohol amped up his declarations of love.
Why do Narcissists like co-dependent people?
A narcissist will commonly choose someone raised to be co-dependent as prey. Co-dependent people tend to be nice, sweet, reasonable, eager to please. They can be taken in because they don’t see what’s coming and don’t believe people can be toxic for no reason.
What are the signs of a narcissist or sociopath?
If they are toxic or malignant narcissists, they take control and rob you of your independence in every way. Don’t confuse a garden variety selfish person with a full on narcissist or sociopath. Narcissism is a character disorder in which people do not have empathy. They don’t care about the feelings of others and want to dominate.
What do you need to know about narcissist personality disorder?
Narcissism is a character disorder in which people do not have empathy. They don’t care about the feelings of others and want to dominate. Empaths and people pleasers who come from families with substance or alcohol use disorder are particularly vulnerable. Do you need some tips for living with a control freak?