Yeah, both my parents :)

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Yes. One that I knew about. The other I only recently realized was a narcissist. I had to really think on it in order to not stew in anger over the manipulation I’d fallen for. I realized these:
-they genuinely believe they’re the victims.
- something likely happened in their childhood which they were unable accept the reality of and it messed them up.
- you’ll never get the truth of anything that happened to them because they make so much up about other people.
Basically, I realized they can’t cope. I treat them with kid gloves. I remind myself that if I’m in control of myself and my own reactions, they can’t control me. So no arguments, and I won’t listen to the complaints and barbs. I know they also like to tell other people things to sway their opinions of a person. That’s sadly beneficial because it shows you who in your life is that willing to believe shit talk about you. If you don’t have to suffer a narcissist, it’s better not to even attempt to. Just cut them out of your life and spare yourself those moments when they almost convince you that you’re crazy.
-they genuinely believe they’re the victims.
- something likely happened in their childhood which they were unable accept the reality of and it messed them up.
- you’ll never get the truth of anything that happened to them because they make so much up about other people.
Basically, I realized they can’t cope. I treat them with kid gloves. I remind myself that if I’m in control of myself and my own reactions, they can’t control me. So no arguments, and I won’t listen to the complaints and barbs. I know they also like to tell other people things to sway their opinions of a person. That’s sadly beneficial because it shows you who in your life is that willing to believe shit talk about you. If you don’t have to suffer a narcissist, it’s better not to even attempt to. Just cut them out of your life and spare yourself those moments when they almost convince you that you’re crazy.

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I married one, It’s exhausting being around them
aradia11 · 61-69, F
@SW-User that's difficult
aradia11 · 61-69, F
@SW-User I know how you feel my ahole husband can really irritate me sometimes.
Like today, he turned everything around and made it sound like I am at fault. There are times he will apologize for his outburst.
Other times I wish he would disappear.
Like today, he turned everything around and made it sound like I am at fault. There are times he will apologize for his outburst.
Other times I wish he would disappear.

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@aradia11 yeah that’s what they do, good at gas lighting.
They never change, best to leave them. Gets worse.
They never change, best to leave them. Gets worse.
Jenny1234 · 56-60, F
I have a story but it’s too hard to write it as I would have to relive all the physical, emotional, Sexual, and financial abuse I suffered through

SW-User
They seem to be multiplying exponentially these days 🤦♂️
ElwoodBlues · M
Only for four years as president.
Sweetpoison · 41-45, F
My bf is one
aradia11 · 61-69, F
@Sweetpoison Don't stay friends their not worth it...
Sweetpoison · 41-45, F
@aradia11 it’s not just a friend but the man who claims he loves me
sassypants · 36-40, F
Yes it was a very dark time in my life and I never would have gotten out of that situation without my family and friends. We never realize it when it us happening to us. We just believe that we are the problem.
1490wayb · 56-60, M
ive learned not to engage with those who know it all and done it all, must have last say, etc
dont give them the attention or opening they are expecting
dont give them the attention or opening they are expecting

SW-User
They had strong traits of one.
He would tell me all my FAULTS
They are experts at this, projecting and holding a grudge. victim mentality.
aradia11 · 61-69, F
@SW-User Yes, he was unhappy with himself therefore thwarting at me made him feel superior

SW-User
Yes since birth
Jlhzfromep · M
Every day
Sunshinekiss · 51-55, F
I believe my boyfriend is one. Loves to point out my faults, harps on any mistakes I make. Then denies any mistakes he's ever made or brushes them off.
aradia11 · 61-69, F
@Sunshinekiss Sweetie PLEASE RUN
ButterRobot · 51-55, M
I've dealt with a few people that were on the spectrum of Narcissism. Strong personalities.
PrivateHell · M
Yes.
4meAndyou · F
Yes. My mother and the third ex were narcissists.
A good way to tell, if you are already in a relationship with a narcissist and they are trying to hide who and what they are, is if they tie their OWN self esteem to what YOU do. For example, the third ex used to feel badly that his BOSS'S wife made more money than HIS wife, and he used to mention that fairly often.
A good way to tell, if you are already in a relationship with a narcissist and they are trying to hide who and what they are, is if they tie their OWN self esteem to what YOU do. For example, the third ex used to feel badly that his BOSS'S wife made more money than HIS wife, and he used to mention that fairly often.
Wiseacre · F
I endured worse: psychopath!
RebelFox · 36-40, F
My dad was a raging narcissist and most of my family. I meet a lot of them because I had become a magnet. A victim. But I'm busting out now.
SubstantialKick · 36-40, M
My mom is kind of narcissist, sadly.
CrazyMusicLover · 31-35
Narcissistic traits, yes...full blown narcissist, no.
fun4us2b · M
Yes, in business - relentless thieving and it's always "poor me" it always sickens me every time he meets someone new and they fall for his crap, then months later confide in me...ugh, I think, another victim...I'm jettisoning this jerk.
Zonuss · 46-50, M
Daily. Especially on the job. Its really fun to strip them down and watch them self destruct. 🙂
BlondilyOld · F
Yes I have a relative like that and wish he would disappear
aradia11 · 61-69, F
@BlondilyOld Avoidance
BlondilyOld · F
Unfortunately I can't. I'll be seeing him during Christmas😕@aradia11
Thevy29 · 41-45, M
That would be my Mother. All she's missing is the horns and pitchfork. The devil tried to posses her once, poor bastard.