What will always get me about narcissists is all of the time and energy they put toward being sneaky and manipulative. If a narcissist only used half of his resources toward more worthy causes, the world would, no doubt, be a better place. The sadistic game the narcissist plays is much like an addiction. There […]
Hey Empaths, Don’t Try to Fix the Narcissist: Focus on Yourself
Don’t waste your time trying to “fix” a narcissist. Individuals with Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) simply cannot be fixed. They developed certain personality traits early on in life and these stuck. All too often, empaths and codependents attempt to fix narcissists or change them for the better. Not only does this waste the time and […]
Our Journey Shouldn’t Be Hurried: Healing from Narcissistic Abuse
Those who have experienced narcissistic abuse and were lucky enough to escape physically will likely remain trapped mentally and emotionally for a significant length of time following the relationship. I have heard it takes half the amount of time spent in a relationship to get over an ex once you’re out. I don’t necessarily agree […]
Allowing Narcissists to “Out” Themselves: You Won’t Suffer in Silence
The behavior of narcissists often mirror that which one would expect from a toddler. The temper tantrums, short attention spans, and neediness of an individual with narcissistic personality disorder is much like that of a young child. When a victim breaks the silence and “tattle-tales” on the narcissist’s true self, he immediately gets hyper-defensive and […]
Preparing for Battle: Facing Off Against a Narcissist in Court
Battling a narcissist in court is not easy. There are some simple steps you can take, however, to make it more manageable. 1 – Document, document, document. Narcissists are pathological liars. They not only twist the truth, but they deliver untruths in such a way that it can be extremely convincing. This is why they […]
How Long Do Emotional Scars Last? Narcissistic Victim Syndrome
Narcissistic Victim Syndrome (NVS) is essentially a form of PTSD manifested as a result of narcissistic abuse. Symptoms include nightmares, flashbacks, avoidance, heightened reactivity, anxiety, panic, and depression. The devastating effects of NVS can last a long time. In counseling, most clients who are victims of narcissistic abuse are diagnosed with PTSD rather than NVS […]