Number 14: Narcissists always talk about themselves.
Narcissists frequently think and speak primarily of themselves, their physical appearance, talents, and accomplishments. However, these remarks are frequently exaggerated and do not necessarily reflect their lifestyles. They also exhibit little care for individuals around them, rarely inquiring about their feelings and thoughts.
This is because individuals with narcissistic personality disorder, or NPD, lack empathy and are unable to perceive or understand the needs and feelings of others. According to Keith Camphill, a narcissism researcher and co-author of The Narcissistic Epidemic: Living in the Era of Entitlement, “you could start talking to a person about how you have cancer, and very soon, you’re talking about their new automobile.”
Number 13: Empaths make great listeners.
People who are sensitive and empathic are excellent listeners. Their loved ones may be calmed by their presence and turn to them first when they are in distress. Caring passionately can make it difficult to communicate when they’re feeling overwhelmed. However, striking a balance is critical. Unchecked kindness and sensitivity can lead to emotional exhaustion that is too much for the empath to take if they don’t set boundaries.
Number 12: Narcissists pick on people constantly.
The narcissist may appear to be teasing at first, but it eventually catches up with the empath and becomes a constant. Everything the empath does becomes an issue for the narcissist, from what they wear and eat to who they hang out with and what they watch on TV. They’ll make fun of the empath, call them names, say harsh one-liners, and tell them jokes that aren’t amusing.
Their purpose is to diminish other people’s self-esteem in order to boost their own since it makes them feel strong. Furthermore, reacting to their actions, as well as what they say, just encourages their behavior – a narcissist thrives on reactions because they demonstrate their ability to influence other people’s emotional states.
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