Number 5: Critical Inner Voice.
Are you wondering how a critical inner voice works for narcissists to ignore and bury their insecurities? The critical inner voice is a destructive thought process that developed from painful experiences that shaped our perceptions of ourselves, others, and the world around us. This cruel internal coach is in charge of our negative inner dialogue and commentary.
A Book: Why Does He Do That?: Inside the Minds of Angry and Controlling Men.
A visual representation of this is in movies where a little devil-like person whispers to your ear, or your thoughts overwhelm until you faint. However, critical inner voices can be self-soothing and self-aggrandizing. Most narcissists’ critical inner voices are directed at others, putting others down to make themselves feel better. Instead of projecting it towards themselves, narcissists would use these thoughts to criticize and condemn other people. As a result, they would be safe from the hurtful words of their inner voice and thrive on other people’s torment.
Understanding the mind of a person takes ages to achieve. We sometimes have difficulty understanding ourselves, how much more trying to understand another person and a narcissist? It could take several generations to have a breakthrough in this field of study. As much as possible, we should still treat narcissists kindly. After all, they are still human beings who need constant love and care. But if you know someone who has narcissistic tendencies, therapy might be a good suggestion you can make. Don’t try to be their fixer; someone more capable than you can do that job, and that can also work with the cooperation of the narcissist in question.
Read More: 9 Demeaning Things Narcissists Say.
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