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Can the siblings of a strong narcissist share the same tendencies without being narcissists?
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∙ 17y ago
I am the person who originally posted this question. I am sorry, however, that having been edited by the FAQ team, my question has lost it's original meaning. What I originally asked is: Can the siblings of a strong N share SOME of the same tendencies and not be narcissist's themselves? Now I will share the reason for my question. My N husband is the baby of five children. As an in-law I have many times noticed that the overall family's MO is that if one doesn't do what they want when they want or etc., one finds himself either completely ignored, left out or otherwise cut off from the family. I know this is a subtle form of manipulation, not at all unlike those used by an N. While I believe that none of the other siblings are full-blown N's, this seems very normal within the family. The reason I ask this question is because I wonder if this is just a family dysfunction, or the sprinklings of Narcissim showing itself in the other family members.
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∙ 17y ago
Yes, it is possible for siblings of a strong narcissist to exhibit some narcissistic tendencies without having a full-blown narcissistic personality disorder. This could be due to shared environmental factors, learned behaviors, or coping mechanisms developed in response to living with a narcissistic family member. It is important to recognize these tendencies early on and seek support to prevent them from developing into a personality disorder.
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How do you build your self esteem while living with a narcissist and control freak?
Building self-esteem while living with a narcissist and control freak can be a challenge, but it's important to prioritize self-care. Seek support from trusted friends or a therapist to validate your feelings and help you set boundaries. Focus on activities that make you feel good about yourself and remind yourself of your worth separate from the behaviors of the narcissist.
What do you do when your bored and you have no siblings?
When bored and without siblings around, you can try reading a book, watching a movie or TV show, trying out a new hobby or activity, going for a walk or exercise, or even calling a friend to chat. Engaging in activities that you enjoy or trying something new can help pass the time and keep you entertained.
How can you recognize a 'narcissist'?
A narcissist typically exhibits grandiose behavior, seeks constant admiration and validation, lacks empathy for others, manipulates situations to benefit themselves, and has a sense of entitlement. They may also be overly sensitive to criticism and react aggressively when their self-image is challenged.
Does a Narcissist ever wish they could truly feel human emotions?
Yes. They just do not have the ability without professional help.
Narcissists fear of abandonement?
Narcissists do NOT fear abandonment - they fear being without "supply" and not in total control.
Why did the narcissist choice you as his target?
Narcissists usually will pick someone with a good nature, someone that is kind and empathetic. They also zero in on a person who is needy. Such a person will forgive the narcissist for their abuse and permit the narcissist to manipulate and control them.Co-dependent individuals are prime meat for a narcissist. Such individuals will stay in an abusive relationship long after anyone else would've left. The co-dependent individual will blame themselves for a lot of the problems in the relationship and feel they cannot survive without the narcissist, allowing the narcissist to extract narcissistic supply from them through abuse and extracting idealisation from them.Self confident and strong willed individuals are not preferred by narcissists as these type of people will challenge the narcissists bad behaviour and not permit the narcissist to get away with their abusive and exploitative ways.Further, those with few friends, who come from troubled backgrounds are preferred by narcissists. These individuals are the most vulnerable to narcissistic abuse and manipulation and provide a steady stream of narcissistic supply.
How can you have a relationship with a narcissist without feeling abused?
. You couldn't (improve on last answer, or have a relationship with a Narcissist without feeling abused).You cannot have a relationship with an abuser without feeling abused.
Is it common for narcissists to make big plans with you then drop them without any notice?
They're talkers. Big talkers. They talk a good game but have nothing to back it up, this includes plans, everything. They say things to get what they want with no intention of following through with any of it. Other people besides narcissists make plans and drop them, but a narcissist won't see any problem with it. It's not what they want to do, so they don't have to.
Do narcissists or people with PDs try to rekindle relationships even if they've been dumped?
A "true" narcissist will always, without fail, attempt to hang onto any relationship in which the narcissist gains "narcissistic supply." A "true" narcissist will not be deterred! They will do what it takes, say what it takes and follow-up with whatever actions are necessary to hang onto narcissistic supply. They will attempt to rekindle the broken relationship because they do not accept the fact that the relationship is over. If you respond in any manner...ie...phone calls, text messages, letters...etc...the narcissist accepts this as proof that he still holds some interest in your life. He will remain relentless in his attempt to gain any attention whatsoever from his supply...ie...you! You may find it flattering that someone seems so attached to you that they will do anything to keep you around, but just know that you are not a human being in the sense that we are human beings. People, to the "true" narcissist", are simply objects in which to gain the attention they so desperately crave. If you can accept that fact (and it is a fact) feel free to continue a relationship with a narcissist. However, if you ever wish to have a meaningful and intimate relationship, you should search out and find a healthy human being. The narcissist will always be a narcissist and there is nothing in the world that will change that fact. Nothing! It is unfortunate because, generally speaking, narcissists are talented, charming and successful people. They simply do not possess empathy or compassion for any human on the planet. Those emotions are not present in the narcissist nor will they ever become present. The part of the psychological make up found in normal-healthy minds is absolutely missing in the narcissist. EXAMPLE: If a person were born without legs, that person could have artificial legs attached. However, the artificial legs will never "grow" naturally. A person born without empathy or the capacity to love does have the ability to observe the behaviors of others who feel empathy and love. The narcissist can learn to mimick the behaviors of empathy and love. The narcissist will never have the ability to "grow" feelings of empathy or love. That simple!
Will a narcissistic father ever accept you?
Give up. Achieve closure. He doesn't deserve more than what you have already given him. The word "love" is understood by the narcissist to mean "dependence", "neediness", "ability to provide narcissistic supply", "becoming the narcissist's extension and property". In these - distorted and sick - senses of the word, all narcissists love to be loved... A post-mortem of a relationship conducted with a narcissist is very frustrating because it never achieves closure. The narcissist is interested exclusively in allocating blame and generating guilt - not in progressing, developing, atoning, soothing, or concluding anything. Such exercises in futility are best avoided. Narcissistic psychopaths have no friends, or lovers, or spouses, or children, or family - they have only objects to be manipulated. Narcissists have no problem perceiving ideas (many narcissists are intellectually gifted). But they do have a problem perceiving other people's ability to conceive of ideas, to have their own needs, emotions, and preference. Wouldn't you be startled if your television set suddenly informed you that it would rather not work on a Sunday? Or if your vacuum cleaner wanted to befriend you? To narcissists, other people are instruments, tools, sources - in short: objects. Objects are not supposed to have opinions or to make independent choices and decisions - especially if they don't comply with the narcissist's worldview or plans, or if they do not cater to his needs. No! True emotional acceptance means the person must possess normal human emotions such as empathy. Without this emotional base acceptance as you would like it is IMPOSSIBLE. The time for the father to have developed a healthy emotional system is long gone, i.e. infancy and early childhood.
What item would a narcissist always carry with him or her?
His cellphone ! they would never be without a mirror!!!!!!!!!
Is a man attracted to lesbians a narcissist?
No. I find men ocassionally attracted to me without knowing I'm gay, and they're attracted to my look, my personality, my independence, who I am. As for the men that are interested in me BECAUSE I'm gay, I might have to lean towards yes. I'm this exotic, challenging, unconquerable -thing- to them. I've read that narcissists are often attracted to people they find are a challenge to have or conquer.
Can a narcissist handle rejection?
No because rejection means you know who and what they really are and know all their true self. They think they are god and that one cannot live without them. They believe that you are the one who needs them, when in reality it is the other way around. Once a narcissist always a narcissist. They cannot change
Is it common to Narcissists to commit suicide?
Narcissism and depression are unrelated. It is my belief that narcissists are prone to depression particularly when narcissistic supply has left. They may even have suicidal thoughts but rarely act on them. Good lord! How would the world survive without them!
Do narcissists cheat on spouses more often?
i am almost happily divorced from a narcissist. he cheated on me without remorse. he told me i was crazy. until this day he blames me. he was angered when i filed for divorce. he did'nt understand why i would leave him. he feels he is superior to everyone. he almost had me convinced. he has no empathy to me or the children. he remains a self satisfying slob. life has moved on for me, i met a wonderful guy. and he suffers because he lost.
