Narcissists commonly distance themselves from their partners, seeking to avoid perceived “toxicity” even when it is a misinterpretation.
This behavior is rooted in the narcissist’s immaturity, leading to a lack of honesty with both themselves and their partners.
Perpetually feeling unsafe, narcissists lack the wisdom to scrutinize their own motivations and those of their partners at the first sign of unhappiness in a relationship.
Instead of acknowledging the natural ebbs and flows in relationships, narcissists believe that dark times will persist indefinitely.
For individuals with a history of childhood trauma, the anticipation of the next betrayal is constant, marked by hyper-vigilance.
Navigating the inevitable painful moments in relationships becomes challenging for narcissists as these instances serve as reminders of their past anguish.
Consequently, they opt to hasten the end of the relationship rather than practicing patience and allowing difficult times to resolve naturally.
Engaging in the responsibilities of adulthood, such as mindful growth and self-reflection, eludes narcissists.
They struggle to recognize themselves as the architects of their own lives and often fail to acknowledge that…
