9. They won’t admit they need you to thrive.
Narcissists are so self-absorbed that they refuse to acknowledge that they rely on others to function. They hide behind their status or rank to excuse themselves for needing someone to carry their baggage or someone to follow them around to do their bidding. Likewise, in a relationship, narcissists will pull on and act as the alpha, giving permission and protection to their relationship. In reality, the other person is the one who is keeping their relationship intact, so if you are in a relationship with a narcissist, don’t get fooled by the threats because they are the ones that need you, not the other way around.
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10. Admit they need therapy.
Almost all, if not all, narcissists refuse to acknowledge that they require therapy or counseling. Narcissists see therapy as a threat to their fragile Egos, and they think admitting they need help is a sign of weakness, so hearing them say they need therapy right through their mouths is impossible. Narcissists only value having power over something or someone; that is their coping mechanism to compensate for what they lack.
Generally, narcissists will have as many Secrets as they try to withhold from getting out, reputation for them is vital. Narcissists know that words could make or break them. After establishing the foundation of their deceit, narcissists will be very careful with exposing themselves or they will be out in the open in seconds.
Read More: How to Shut Down a Narcissist Without Even Saying a Word.
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