For you to successfully win against a narcissist in any situation, you must accept that you are not going to get any kindness from them. You cannot expect amicability, cooperation, or mutual understanding. You would be foolish to believe they will be truthful. Why? Because, for them, it’s a battle, and they will punish, destroy, and harm you in any way they can.
So, what do you do in a situation like this? You play mind games—not to harm them, but to protect yourself. And how do you know if what you’re doing is working, and that they’re actually losing?
Sign number one: You’ve filled the narcissist’s head with false information. You’ve created false narratives—not to harm them, but to protect yourself. You cannot be transparent with someone who is secretive and manipulative throughout the relationship. You can’t reveal your plans, your next move, or how you’re going to protect yourself, because they’ll use that information to prepare a counter-strategy.
So, what should you do? You should keep your cards close to your chest. You’ll need to lie to them. Some of you might argue, “Doesn’t that make you a narcissist?” But let me ask you: what other options do you have? You’re dealing with an extremely manipulative personality, someone without a conscience or a moral compass, who can destroy you. How else can you cope? These lies aren’t harming them; they’re only protecting you.
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