2. Surround yourself with people you can count on and who can support you through tough moments.
Narcissists can make you doubt yourself or your abilities but you should not let the opinion of one person influence your life. If possible, refer the narcissist to a psychologist or a therapist to help them work through challenges. There are also a few don’ts you should keep in mind when communicating with a narcissistic person. Even though it may be tempting to give them arguments to show them another perspective, your plan will have a very slight chance of success.
Narcissistic individuals are usually unable to consider another person’s point of view, and they stay focused on their world. Arguing is futile with them and it will not lead to an improvement in communication. The same goes for leadership – they need to feel they are in control, so if you attempt to tell them what to do, it will probably lead to them lashing out, having their self-image and sense of control threatened.
Be aware that it is difficult to get into a serious conversation with them – they feel threatened very easily, and quickly retaliate or shut down. This may be particularly challenging if you want to preserve your relationship with this person, and if that is the case, your best chance would be to get help for your loved one from a mental health professional.
Lastly, when you want to get a point across, stay on the current topic. Even if this is a recurrent issue and your disappointment goes into the past, a narcissist is more likely to listen to you if you express what you feel in the present.
Read More: 10 Warning Signs You’re Dealing With An Evil Person.
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