Narcissists often believe they have the right to bend the truth because they feel rules or norms do not apply to them.
While you’re trying to play fair, narcissists believe they’re above the rules, justifying their lies and deceit with a misguided sense of entitlement. They bend the truth without hesitation because they think they’re exempt from standards that apply to others. Their inflated self-importance makes them believe they’re entitled to get what they want by any means necessary. This includes lying about infidelity. It’s not about you or the relationship, but their entitlement and refusal to be bound by norms. When caught, they might dismiss your feelings, denying the undeniable. Stand your ground and don’t let their sense of entitlement erode your self-worth.
10. Fear of Losing Control
Admitting to infidelity would mean losing control of the situation — something that narcissists greatly fear.
Narcissists dread admitting infidelity because it would strip them of their power in the relationship. They fear this loss of control intensely, as it threatens their carefully constructed persona and challenges their narrative. For them, control isn’t just about manipulation; it’s a survival mechanism. Admitting to cheating would expose their deceptive behavior and subject them to consequences they’d rather avoid. They could lose their partners, social standing, and the respect they covet.
11. Preservation of Multiple Relationships
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