7 Senseless Things Narcissist Does After Collapsing For Real -

A lot of people do not understand narcissistic collapse for what it truly is. They think, “Oh, when a narcissist falls apart, they stop abusing others.” But that’s not what happens—their abuse often gets worse. Why? Their old ways of functioning no longer serve them.

For example, the image they once projected to the world shatters. They can no longer deceive others as easily. Their old tricks lose their effectiveness. So, what do they do? They become a nastier version of themselves.

People start seeing through their façade. As a result, the narcissist becomes impatient and messy to be around, pushing everyone away. This is when they exhibit the classic post-collapse behaviors I have personally witnessed.

This may sound harsh, but I’ve seen it firsthand with my psychopathic narcissistic grandfather. The older he got, the more unbearable he became for his caregivers. Let’s dive into the seven behaviors:

Behavior #1: Extreme Isolation

A collapsed narcissist withdraws from social events. They avoid interacting with others and appear depressed, sad, and quiet. Why? They feel weak, fragile, and vulnerable and don’t want to be perceived that way. Suppressed shame governs their behavior, making them highly irritable if pressured to socialize.

They associate attention with exposure to their perceived weaknesses, so they isolate themselves to avoid it.

Behavior #2: Rage Outbursts

A collapsed narcissist is always simmering with anger. One small trigger can unleash a torrent of rage. They lose control, verbally abuse others, and may even resort to physical aggression.

This rage stems from their inability to accept vulnerability. It’s their way of hiding feelings of weakness while reestablishing control, often at the expense of others.