Join the discussion, “Narcissistic Emotional Abuse.” Learn the signs and RECLAIM your Self-Worth
Let’s discuss how Narcissists condition their victims, here the unassuming victim is slowly stripped of self-value and self-worth. through calculated emotional conditioning:
Silent treatment: Used as punishment, it makes the victim feel invisible and desperate to “earn” attention again.
1. Withholding Love and Affection
Intermittent reinforcement: They give affection sparingly, creating a cycle of hope and disappointment.Emotional starvation: Victims begin to crave validation, becoming dependent on the narcissist’s approval.
2. Idealization Followed by Devaluation
Love bombing: Early on, the narcissist showers the victim with praise, gifts, and attention.Sudden withdrawal: Once the victim is emotionally invested, the narcissist pulls away, leaving confusion and self-doubt.Gaslighting: They deny previous affection or twist reality, making the victim question their own memory and worth.
3. Projection and Blame-Shifting
Blaming the victim: Any emotional reaction is turned against them—“You’re too sensitive,” “You’re overreacting.”Projecting flaws: The narcissist accuses the victim of the very behaviors they themselves exhibit.Eroding identity: Over time, the victim internalizes these criticisms, losing confidence and clarity.
4. The “Narcissistic Dance”
Push-pull dynamic: The narcissist alternates between charm and cruelty, keeping the victim off-balance.False hope: Occasional kindness is used to reset the cycle, making the victim believe things can improve.Dependency loop: The victim becomes emotionally tethered, believing they need the narcissist to feel whole.
Quite frankly, let me add…
You can regain your value, self-worth and self-respect. Let’s navigate “The Narcissistic Dance,”
TOGETHER…
SURE, we “the victims” can and do recover.
SO OPEN YOUR EYES, EARS AND MIND TO THE SIGNS… OUR ONLY DEFENSE IS KNOWLEDGE!
