Narcissists often use “cognitive empathy” to feign interest in others’ emotions. However, they loathe real vulnerability and view emotional expression as a weakness. They exploit others’ emotions to manipulate and control, but they themselves avoid true emotional empathy, seeing it as a liability.
10. Other People
Narcissists generally have few friends outside of those who validate their narcissism. They struggle to get along with anyone who challenges them or who lives in reality. Narcissists often resent those who have strong boundaries and are unwilling to tolerate their behavior for long.
11. Your Own Clarity
More than anything, narcissists hate the idea that you might remember life before them. They’ll use tactics like love-bombing to keep you emotionally invested, but they dread the possibility of you gaining clarity and realizing your worth outside of the relationship.
12. Changing the Status Quo
Narcissists hate change when they’re not in control of it. Staying with a narcissist often means being stuck in a cycle of frustration and resentment. Choosing yourself over the narcissist breaks this cycle and allows you the freedom to focus on your own healing.
Conclusion
Once you understand how to make a narcissist miserable, if you are trying to leave a toxic relationship, remember that healing is possible. The body and mind have an enormous capacity for self-healing if given the right conditions. Take a stand against abuse, and remember that freedom is worth the journey. If you’re ready to take control of your life, consider downloading our free beginner’s healing roadmap. You’ll receive a 14-day series of emails with emotional support, a list of empowering beliefs, and access to our masterclass, “Seven Proven Steps to Break the Narcissistic Spell.
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