When the charming approach doesn’t work, narcissists often escalate their efforts. They may call or text incessantly, show up unannounced, or bombard you with messages through social media. Their goal is to make you feel overwhelmed and give in.
What to do: Resist the urge to engage. Block their number and social media accounts if necessary. If they escalate to harassment, don’t hesitate to involve legal measures for your protection. Narcissists thrive on drama, so cutting off communication entirely denies them the fuel they crave.
3. They Start a Smear Campaign (Triangulation)
One of the most harmful things narcissists do is try to isolate you by spreading false narratives about you to mutual acquaintances, friends, or family members. This tactic, known as triangulation, can make you feel excluded, guilty, or crazy, and is often a key part of their discard phase.
What to do: Stay calm. It’s tempting to defend yourself, but engaging in the drama will only fuel their agenda. Instead, focus on maintaining your close, trusted relationships. True friends will see through the narcissist’s lies, and the smear campaign will eventually lose its power.
4. Their Narcissistic Rage Comes Out
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