Five Stages of a Relationship with a Narcissist -

No man is an island. This quote is overused but true. Humans need to form relationships with fellow humans to survive. But like anything else in this world, these relationships are not always genuine or perfect, especially if you share a relationship with a narcissist. You need to be extra careful; you must spot them early on, for your relationship with them will be entirely dissimilar.

Title: 5 Stages of a Relationship with a Narcissist

Here are five stages of a relationship with a narcissist. Watch out for the clues, as you might be in a relationship with a narcissist.

5. The Seduction Stage

Stage one: the seduction stage. This is the stage where narcissists turn the tables. They make great friends out of strangers and then aim to woo their chosen partner. In this stage, they make everything as colorful as flowers and rainbows. The narcissistic partner showers the other with perfect love, making them feel extra special. Ever heard of love bombing? This is the stage where the narcissist shows you a taste of love bombing, tricking you into believing that you both are perfect for each other—the missing piece they need to complete them. They make you feel that there is nobody else like them out there, someone capable of providing your needs and wants. It may be romance, material luxury, or anything you can ask for. They spoil you with only the best things one can imagine. But all these excessive displays of perfection and affection are just part of the plan, for this is the narcissist’s way of luring the other person. All of it is preparation to carry out their hidden intents smoothly—a facade of selflessness to cover for their selfish objectives. Narcissists are aware that their consistent display of perfection and affection results in dependence, and once that happens, the partner becomes the victim—a victim drawn to a flame despite its heat.