When a narcissist realizes that you refuse to be controlled because you possess qualities they lack, it becomes one of the most upsetting and uncomfortable experiences for them. To a narcissist, having someone in their inner circle whom they cannot control is intolerable.
Narcissists are obsessed with control. They struggle to cope with people they cannot influence, leading to frustration and worry. Such people are often seen as the worst thing that could happen to a narcissist because they can disrupt their carefully constructed facade and even drive them to irrational behavior. The risk of being exposed or failing to manipulate others is something a narcissist dreads deeply.
When a narcissist doesn’t get what they want or cannot control someone, they feel unsettled. But what kind of person drives a narcissist to such extremes?
1. Individuals Who Refuse to Compromise Their Boundaries
Narcissists struggle the most with people who are firm about their boundaries. Such individuals understand and respect their personal limits, making it impossible for narcissists to infiltrate their lives. Narcissists rely on manipulation to gradually influence others, but if they fail to breach someone’s boundaries, they’re met with rejection—something they loathe. People who stand firm in their beliefs and refuse to yield to a narcissist’s demands are often met with anger, as the narcissist feels their sense of entitlement has been violated.
2. Fearless Individuals
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