Believe it or not, a narcissist can even have a problem with how you breathe. They want you agitated—your heart racing, your breath short and shallow, your body on edge. When you consciously slow your breathing—taking deep, measured breaths—you signal calmness and control. It tells them:
I don’t see you as the lion you think you are.
This frustrates them because it means they’re losing their grip on you. Relaxed breathing is not just self-regulation. It’s non-verbal defiance. A simple, yet powerful way to throw them off their game.
5. Standing Tall with Confidence
A narcissist expects you to shrink in their presence. They thrive on your self-doubt, insecurities, and hesitation. But when you stand tall—shoulders back, chest open, head high—you send an unspoken message:
I know who I am.
To them, that’s pure torture. Confidence screams rejection. It declares self-worth. And nothing threatens a narcissist more than someone who refuses to be diminished. They’ll throw insults, make subtle digs, try to break your spirit. but the key is not to fold. Stand tall. Even when they try to tear you down. Your confidence is another form of kryptonite to them.
6. Walking Away: The Ultimate Power Move
Walking away is the ultimate bodily expression that leaves a narcissist feeling defeated. They are masters at trapping you—whether through endless arguments, guilt trips, or manipulative mind games. They want you to explain yourself. Defend yourself. Engage. Because as long as you do, they still have control. But when you physically remove yourself from the situation, you do the one thing they fear the most:
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