2. Don’t take anything personally:
The Narcissist will compliment you and make you feel good when it’s in their interest. They will criticize you, demean you, and belittle you when it’s in their interest. It really has nothing to do with you. So, don’t take anything personally. The Narcissist will project onto you what they feel about themselves, so don’t take the good stuff or the bad stuff personally.
3. Protect yourself:
When in a relationship with someone with narcissistic personality disorder, use boundaries to protect yourself. Remember that boundaries may not change their behavior, but you can use them to protect yourself emotionally, physically, legally, and financially. Don’t expect the narcissist to acknowledge that your boundaries are healthy or worthwhile. With a narcissist, boundaries may need to be extreme to shield yourself from their manipulations.
4. Believe Behavior, not words:
A counselor once told me, ‘Believe Behavior, not words.’ A narcissist knows how to manipulate with words, promising change and a better future, but there’s often no follow-through. Put more importance on the behavior you see rather than the words you hear. This principle applies to everyone, but it’s crucial when dealing with a narcissist.
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