Narcissists dislike the idea of losing power in a relationship.
If they sense the other person is tired of their manipulation and ready to take action, they won’t be happy. They believe they must always set the rules or end the relationship, and they may double down on manipulation or offer false promises to maintain control.
Number 2: Leaving Them
Narcissistic people hate being left, not because they value their partner but because they lose control.
While healthy individuals grieve the loss of a person, narcissists hate losing their source of supply and control. Being broken up with evokes shame, which they avoid at all costs.
Number 1: Having Their Deficits Publicly Exposed
Narcissists’ primary goal is to protect their hypersensitive egos.
Public exposure of their deficits causes significant psychological distress and cognitive dissonance. Even small signs that suggest they aren’t as high-status as they believe can trigger extreme reactions. This constant fear of public humiliation impedes their ability to grow or learn from mistakes.
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