We have all heard about how narcissists disrupt sleep—how they keep you up at night with arguments, emotionally drain you, or use sleep deprivation to control you. But today, we are not talking about that. I am diving deeper into the strange, lesser-known ways narcissists manipulate you during one of your most vulnerable times: your sleep. These aren’t just random actions; they are calculated, methodical tactics to keep you mentally, emotionally, and even physically under their control.
Number one: They force you to sleep facing them
This may seem harmless at first, but when a narcissist insists that you sleep facing them every night, it’s not about intimacy or closeness; it’s about control. They want to keep you under their gaze even when you are unconscious. Think about that—because it’s their way of monitoring and dominating your presence 24/7. When you are asleep, you are at your most vulnerable. By forcing you to sleep facing them, they ensure you remain aware of their presence, never feeling free, not even in the comfort of your bed. Imagine being told that if you turn away, you’re being distant or cold. In reality, it’s not about you being distant; it’s about them needing to see you to control your every move and invade your personal space, even as you try to rest. This constant invasion starts messing with your mind, making you feel as if you need their approval for something as simple as how you sleep. It’s their way of showing you that there is no escape from them, even in your most vulnerable moments.
Number two: They force you to sleep unclothed
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