Why Narcissists Are OBSESSED With Empaths! (The Shocking Truth!)

If you’re an empath, you crave deep, meaningful connections, and narcissists know exactly how to fake one. In the beginning, they mirror your values, interests, and even your emotions, making you feel like you’ve found someone who truly understands you. Dr. Craig Malkin, author of Rethinking Narcissism, explains that narcissists use a tactic called mirroring, which means copying their victim’s personality to create the illusion of a perfect match. This makes you feel instantly connected, like you’ve found a rare emotional bond, but it’s only a carefully crafted performance to make you trust them before they reveal their true nature. Once they have you emotionally invested, the mask starts slipping. The deep connection you thought you had begins to feel one-sided, and suddenly, your vulnerability is being used against you. Narcissists love the feeling of being admired and depended on, but they have no interest in reciprocating. Because empaths are naturally openhearted, they keep holding on, hoping to get back to the closeness they thought was real. But the truth is, emotional intimacy can’t exist with someone who only pretends to care. The only way to protect yourself is to recognize that real connection is built over time, not instantly manufactured by someone who only wants power over your emotions.