Sign number three: You’ve fooled the narcissist into thinking you’re a fool. They believe you’re dumb and incapable of understanding legal jargon, systems, or processes. They think you’re entirely dependent on them, that you have no clue about life, and that they control the situation.
You’re no longer trying to prove yourself or argue. You let them do all the talking, while you silently observe, collecting information to plan your next move. Whether it’s to regain control of your finances, get your money back, or exit safely with your children, you use their arrogance against them.
Sign number four: You’ve convinced them that your silence is a weakness, while in reality, it’s your superpower. By remaining silent, you gray rock them, mixing it with a bit of confusion or disorientation. Silence becomes your strength because it allows them to reveal their plans while you remain two steps ahead.
If you speak too much, you give them information and provide them with the supply they crave. Instead, your silence forces them to behave in ways that eventually backfire. You’re no longer reactive; you control the situation by strategically disconnecting when needed.
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