- Self-preservation does not equal selfishness. The narcissist will accuse you of being selfish, but the reality is that self-preservation is important and necessary. It’s okay to prioritize your well-being.
- Esteeming yourself does not equal egotism. They may want you to feel unworthy for valuing yourself, but acknowledging your worth isn’t egotistical; it’s healthy.
- Having needs does not equal ineptitude. Narcissists may belittle you for having needs, but everyone deserves cooperation and affirmation. Recognizing your needs does not imply that you are a weak person.
- Feeling hurt does not equal wimpiness. The narcissist may dismiss your feelings, but it’s important to acknowledge when you feel hurt and to understand that this is a valid response to their behavior.
- Wanting a new approach to life doesn’t mean that you’re rebellious. Sometimes, seeking change simply means that the current way doesn’t work for you. It’s okay to step outside the confines they have placed around you.
- Being different does not equal being wrong. Just because you don’t fit their mold doesn’t make you wrong; it means you are unique.
It’s crucial to adopt these truths to prevent the narcissist’s words from diminishing your sense of self. If someone feels the need to take away your voice and make you believe you’re inadequate, remember that this behavior reflects their own weaknesses. They project their insecurities onto you, attempting to assert superiority by putting you down.
I encourage you to resist becoming subject to their psychological tension. You have a voice, and YOU HAVE A VOICE; YOU WILL STAND IN YOUR VOICE. If the narcissistic individual in your life doesn’t like it, that’s their problem, not yours. Unlike Echo in Greek mythology, you can speak up and express your own thoughts. Your words do not have to match the distorted views of those who try to force you into an inappropriate mold.
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