Sign #7: Martyr Complex They present themselves as victims who are self-sacrificing for others. They volunteer for duties and make it seem like they have no choice but to fulfill these obligations, which prevents them from meeting your needs.
Sign #8: Inability to Handle Criticism They cannot handle criticism due to their fragile ego, which causes them to experience shame. This leads to avoidance of difficult conversations or extreme reactions to minor criticisms.
Sign #9: Gaslighting Tendencies They make you doubt your perception in subtle ways, often guising it as advice or positive feedback. It’s challenging to discern whether their feedback is genuinely from a place of love or if it’s an attempt to sabotage you.
Sign #10: Boundary Violation They do not respect your boundaries, often in discreet ways that do not make them look bad. This could involve behaviors like checking your phone without permission or making unwelcome advances towards your friends.
Sign #11: Triangulation They involve other people in the relationship, causing problems between you and others. This might involve romantic partners, family members, or friends, and serves to boost their ego by creating competition for their attention.
Strange Traits of People Mentally Abused By Narcissists
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