Let me share a real-life example that perfectly illustrates this mindset. I once worked with a colleague who was married to a narcissist. This wasn’t just any marriage; it was one that happened after years of convincing both families, overcoming obstacles, and what everyone thought was a beautiful love story. But even after their wedding, the narcissist continued their cheating patterns without missing a beat.
On their anniversary or her birthday, he would post the most romantic, devoted messages about his spouse, talking about how much he loved her and how grateful he was to have found his soulmate. Meanwhile, during his work hours, he would be on dating apps, calling hundreds of people, arranging meetups, and maintaining multiple relationships. To him, he was not being fake or performative when he posted these loving messages. In his mind, he genuinely meant every word because, at the end of the day, he was going home to his spouse.
The Narcissist’s Compartmentalized Life
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