Have you ever found yourself in a toxic relationship? Perhaps you are constantly dealing with someone who keeps gaslighting and controlling you. It’s likely that you’re dealing with a narcissist.
Whether it’s a partner, friend, or family member, narcissists can cause serious damage to your mental and emotional well-being. But fear not! You can stop being trapped and start living your life the way you want once you figure out how they’ve been manipulating you.
Number 1: They Make You Feel Guilty.
A narcissist often deliberately presents themselves as vulnerable, insecure, and socially anxious. They tend to play the victim, constantly needing to be rescued. This can make you feel guilty, leading you to think, “I’m not a bad person. I care about others. How can I just abandon someone who’s struggling?”
The problem is, they are always in some kind of crisis, making it seem like there’s never a “good” time for you to walk away from them. You end up not leaving at all due to the guilt associated with the idea of abandoning them. When dealing with a narcissist, it’s important to see their victim behavior for what it truly is: a tool for manipulation. They might say things like, “Nothing ever goes my way,” “Life’s so unfair to me,” or even, “Who would want to be with someone like me?”
This self-pity isn’t just about insecurity; it’s actually a way to keep you emotionally hooked. Narcissists have some interesting ways of manipulating people, sometimes even putting themselves down to prevent someone from leaving. They might say, “If you leave me, who else would want me?” It’s second nature for them to act like the victim, appearing sullen, resentful, angry, and full of self-pity to make you stay.
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The sad part is that narcissists often attract people who feel drawn to helping others. These rescuers might see the narcissist as a “poor, unlucky person” who needs saving. The tricky part is helping rescuers realize that while their kindness is admirable, it shouldn’t come at the expense of their own well-being. After all, narcissists are masters at exploiting their empathy and compassion for selfish reasons.
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