How Narcissism Affects Relationships

7 Types of narcissism

There are many different types of narcissism, and while they may seem relatively harmless and normal, they can take a harmful turn when left unchecked. Here are 7 common types of narcissism: Narcissistic admiration: Admiration narcissists seek attention and validation from others, but they don’t want to return the favor. Narcissistic entitlement: People who identify as narcissistic for entitlement feel that they are deserving of special treatment and admiration from others, and are likely to become furious when they don’t get their way. Narcissistic attention: People who are narcissists for attention seek positive feedback from others to bolster their self-esteem. They tend to be insecure and need praise to feel good about themselves. Narcissistic vulnerability: These people crave attention and praise, but they feel too insecure to ask for it. Instead, they hope that others will notice their efforts and praise them. Narcissistic injury: These people are extremely sensitive and take criticism very personally. Criticism isn’t just an opinion — it’s an insult that can provoke intense feelings of shame and anger. Narcissistic obsession: Unlike narcissistic injury, which is a reaction to criticism, narcissistic obsession is an unhealthy preoccupation with one’s appearance. Narcissistic compensation: People who identify as narcissistic compensation feel weak, inadequate, and inferior. To make up for these feelings, they try to look smart and strong by criticizing others.

How Narcissism Affect Relationships?

Narcissists are very charming, charismatic people whom can be very persuasive and convincing. They are easily drawn to people who they can win over to themselves. This means they are likely to make a friend or partner out of almost anyone they meet. But after a while, the people around them will start to notice a pattern. The narcissist will begin to ignore their loved ones because they don’t feel appreciated enough. They will start withdrawing affection and attention from their partners and friends, and might even start criticizing them for being too needy. Eventually, the narcissist will likely break off the relationship and move on to the next person who makes them feel special. They often leave behind a trail of broken hearts, and sometimes even wrecked lives.

The dark side of narcissism

Narcissists often do very well in the professional world because of their charisma and ability to charm others into doing what they want. They can be manipulative and controlling, but as long as they get what they want, no one minds. But in a relationship, these traits can become dangerous. Narcissists can sometimes be charming and likable, but they also tend to be very controlling and possessive of their partners.

Narcissists are not satisfy with just being admired. They want to be in control of others. They want others to appreciate them in everything. Narcissists will often try and control their partners in many different ways — they may try to isolate them from family and friends, they may constantly criticize them, and they may also try and make their partners feel inferior to them. They can be extremely manipulative, and are likely to break the hearts of the people who care about them the most.

When you are the one with narcissistic traits

If you have read this far, you probably worry about whether you are a narcissist. Don’t panic! It’s perfectly normal to crave admiration and attention once in a while. To figure out if you are being too self-obsessed, measure your behaviors against these two questions: Are you getting what you need from your relationships? Do you respect others’ needs? If the answer is no, you may have narcissistic traits. There are many ways to treat narcissism, but one of the most effective ones is to be more mindful of the people around you. Therefore, try to put the needs of others ahead of you whenever you are too self- obsessed.

Conclusion

In conclusion, while narcissism is often a harmless trait that many people have taken to an extreme. It is toxic and destructive. The best way to avoid this is to be mindful of other people’s needs.  Also, remember that narcissists are extremely sensitive people, and the harsh words that you may use against them could tear them apart. Be gentle and understanding with them, and they will likely respond in kind.

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