The third way narcissists end relationships is by manipulating their partner into being the one to break things off. This allows the narcissist to play the victim, pretending that they were the one abandoned or mistreated. They orchestrate this by becoming increasingly distant, cold, and difficult to deal with. Silent treatments become more frequent, they stop engaging in meaningful conversations, and they may even start spending more time with their ex or flaunt new relationships in front of you.
One of the narcissist’s favorite tactics is to talk about their ex or even spend time with them. They will go out of their way to make you feel insecure and jealous, all while denying any wrongdoing. Their goal is to push you to the point of breaking up with them, so they can walk away without taking any responsibility. In their narrative, they become the victim, and you become the unreasonable partner who couldn’t handle their innocence.
This manipulation can leave you questioning your own sanity. You may wonder if you’re overreacting or if you’re to blame for the breakdown of the relationship. The narcissist thrives on this confusion, using it as a tool to maintain control. Once you finally muster the strength to leave, they’ll act indifferent, as if the relationship never mattered to them in the first place.
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