By pretending to be vulnerable, narcissists elicit sympathy and lower their target’s defenses. They may share stories of past traumas or struggles, creating a false sense of intimacy. This tactic plays on the target’s empathy, making it harder for them to recognize manipulation.
10. Infiltrating Social Circles
Narcissists charm and manipulate the target’s social circle, gaining trust and admiration. This isolates the target from potential support systems, as friends and family may side with the narcissist. It also gives the narcissist control over the narrative within the target’s social environment.
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