Number 6: When you think they don’t even exist.
Narcissists are all about being seen, so they can be a massive blow to their egos if you don’t acknowledge their existence. They want to be recognized as real and vital, not just by you but by everyone.
If you ignore a narcissist or treat them like they don’t matter, it will surely drive them crazy. If you’ve ever had a narcissist, you know how they can get distraught over the most minor things.
They tend to be very focused on how other people see them, so if you don’t acknowledge their presence or acknowledge them as a person, it damages their self-esteem in a big way.
They can feel like the world is collapsing around them, making them crumble, not being able to exist in someone’s life can deeply hurt a narcissist. Making it seem that others don’t see their value.
Number 7: When you reject, criticize or make fun or make fun of them.
Narcissists dislike being criticized, rejected, or made fun of. When you do any of these things, you reinforce the idea that you don’t like them. You are also supporting the idea that they’re not good enough.
Reinforcing their self-doubt and making them feel terrible about themselves. This can make narcissists feel hurt and upset for a long time. They may even hold a grudge against you for years.
Narcissistic people need to feel wanted and appreciated by others to feel good about themselves. So, if you reject them or criticize them in any way, they will feel that as a personal attack on their character. They have fragile Egos and are easily hurt by even minor insults.
Related:
10 Things Narcissists Do During Silent Treatment
10 Behaviors of People Who Experienced Mental Abuse from Narcissists
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