Do you have a narcissistic partner? Your connection may seem troublesome and toxic. If you wish to break free from the narcissist’s grasp, you might have considered using the no-contact rule. This approach allows you to breathe freely without their presence. However, if you suddenly implement this rule, your narcissistic partner will likely think you are selfish and cowardly.
While cutting ties with a narcissist is not ideal, it is often the only way to regain control of your life. But what happens when you suddenly go no contact with a narcissist? Will the narcissist resort to violence to win you back? Will they seek new prey to replace you? This article will explain why going no contact can drive narcissists insane.
1. You Are the Source of Their Narcissistic Supply
Narcissists crave adoration and attention in a relationship. They rely on your energy and emotions to feel alive. When you enforce no contact, it disrupts their ability to thrive, draining their sense of power.
2. They Feel Betrayed
Narcissists often view their partners as possessions, not out of love but as tools to boost their superiority. If you terminate the relationship, they won’t reflect on their behavior. Instead, they will blame you and feel deeply betrayed.
3. It Hurts Their Ego
Narcissists are egotistical and seek constant admiration. They stay in relationships to feed their self-importance, not out of genuine love. Leaving them unexpectedly bruises their ego, and some narcissists may even pursue their partners to continue the cycle of abuse—not out of love, but to reassert control.
4. They Feel Ashamed
One of the greatest fears for narcissists is humiliation. They often rely on their partners to uphold an image of perfection. If you leave, it exposes their vulnerabilities, making them feel ashamed and humiliated.
5. They Convince Themselves It’s Not Their Loss
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