When narcissists notice that you’re powerful and self-reliant, they will react in predictable ways. Narcissists crave power like nothing else. They have a strong need to assert dominance over people in their immediate surroundings, including their spouses, co-workers, and friends. Why do they act this way? Because they feel a lack of control and are unsure of what to do, they resort to trying everything they think might work.
Many people have found themselves in long-term, unhealthy relationships dominated by codependent and narcissistic behaviors. These relationships focus on gaining power and control over others. A narcissist will attempt to exert control over you, regardless of whether they perceive you as an easy or difficult target.
In today’s video, we’ll explore some of the tactics narcissists use to deal with people they consider a threat. These individuals are often strong, self-reliant, and grounded—qualities that make narcissists feel intimidated. Before we dive in, I’d like to thank you for watching this video. Please help this channel grow by sharing it with your friends and family. If you’re new here, don’t forget to subscribe and hit the notification bell so you won’t miss future updates.
Now, let’s begin. Narcissists struggle to accept people for who they truly are, which often leads to mistreatment. They feel threatened by individuals who are confident, have high self-esteem, and are emotionally mature. However, this doesn’t stop them from pursuing such individuals. Narcissists target both weak and strong individuals alike, but their methods of control differ depending on the person. Their ultimate goal is to destroy anything that stands in their way, and they will stop at nothing to achieve this.
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Narcissists believe their self-esteem depends on lowering the self-esteem of others. Even when we resist their love-bombing attempts, they remain determined to make us give in. Narcissists use various methods to manipulate others, including playing the victim to gain sympathy when flattery and charm fail. They have little regard for others’ feelings and will settle for any form of attention—love, admiration, pity, or even hatred. Any emotional involvement gives them a sense of importance.
If they can make you feel sorry for them, they’ll exploit that strategy, often combining it with flattery and charm. For example, they may fake illness or claim to be afflicted to gain your attention. They might even harm themselves deliberately to draw you in. Narcissists are skilled actors, appearing vulnerable and humble to earn your trust, but their goal is always to ruin you.
They will not hesitate to turn on you, even after you’ve helped them. Narcissists aspire to maintain complete power and authority over others at all costs. They may pretend to be smitten with you or play the victim to manipulate you. Once they’ve extracted everything they can from you, they cast you aside.
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If narcissists fail to control you through indirect methods, they resort to other tactics. They might target people close to you, such as family or friends, to gain access to your life or learn more about you. Their ultimate goal is to make you feel isolated by turning others against you. Narcissists often spread false rumors and gossip, planting seeds of conflict to damage your reputation. In the workplace, they might falsely accuse you of wrongdoing to get you fired.
Narcissists despise seeing others succeed, especially when it exposes their false personas. They loathe individualism, self-reliance, and strong moral character. Because of this, they may resort to stealing, lying, or cheating to undermine you and gain control.
Even when their love-bombing and victimization fail, narcissists will use dirty tricks and enlist the help of others to bring you down. Therefore, you must always stay vigilant and protect your boundaries.
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