Narcissism 101

The Narcissist’s Initial Reaction To Your Silence or Absence.

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Number 1: Anxiety or fear.

This can happen with a primary supply that the Narcissist is highly dependent upon; as the loss of this supply may affect their image, resources, or opportunities, and the Narcissist is not prepared to deal with that. Therefore, such a significant loss of Narcissistic Supply can make the Narcissist panic. The Narcissist will feel very vulnerable, and this can lead them to become very desperate. But they will attempt to do whatever they can to reconnect with this supply or find someone who can replace them.

Number 2: The emotion to quickly follows their fear or anxiety is frustration.

Because when you decide to ignore or cut off a Narcissist it signifies a loss of control. The Narcissist feels helpless and confused and their ego is wounded. The Narcissist is disappointed with their loss and will be looking for ways to distract themselves from the pain of that loss. That is why it can appear that the Narcissist has moved on quickly or doesn’t seem to care. But the Narcissist is just trying to stay afloat and save face to not deal with their inner turmoil.

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