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

Empaths and people pleasers have a habit of prioritizing their relationships, often at the expense of their own needs. Narcissists see this as the perfect opportunity to slowly isolate you from your support system. At first, it’s subtle; maybe they make you feel guilty for spending time with friends or convince you that your family doesn’t understand you. Over time, you start relying on them more and more until one day you look around and realize they’re the only person left in your corner. The fewer people you have to turn to, the easier it is for a narcissist to manipulate you. Dr. Christine Courtois, a trauma expert and author of It’s Not You, It’s What Happened to You, warns that once you’re cut off from outside perspectives, it becomes much harder to recognize the toxicity of the relationship. But here’s the good news: reconnection is possible. The moment you reach out—whether it’s to an old friend, a family member, or even a therapist—you break the cycle. Love should never require isolation, and anyone who tries to separate you from the people who care about you isn’t protecting you; they’re controlling you.