How Narcissists React When They Think You're too Strong

Number 5: They’ll do whatever it takes to make you doubt yourself.

You know, the thing about narcissists is that they get a kick out of pinpointing your vulnerabilities. They do it on purpose just to make you doubt yourself, question your worth, and second-guess your abilities. It’s because they’re trying to fabricate and magnify feelings of guilt, shame, fear, inadequacy, and insecurity within you—all to keep their control over you and make you feel inferior. But guess what? All this nonsensical behavior stems from their own buried feelings of inferiority. We know it’s hard to wrap your head around the fact that people can be so cruel just because they’re scared, insecure, and triggered—unless you’ve experienced this emotional and psychological abuse firsthand. But that’s the reality with narcissists.

Number 6: They’ll try to regain the position of dominance they think they had over you.

It’s important to keep in mind that individuals with narcissistic tendencies are all about seeking dominance and control over others. Their main focus is getting what they want and having their needs met. But when things don’t go their way or they lose control, it’s time to be cautious. When they realize they’re not in control, no longer comply with their demands, or unintentionally outshine them, their ego takes a hit, and they can go to great lengths to prove to themselves that they’re superior to you. But here’s the thing: it’s really not about you at all. It’s their own personal issue, not yours. So the good news is that you actually have the power to do something about it. You can protect yourself and outsmart a narcissist who thinks you’re just too strong for their liking.

First things first, it’s important to prioritize distancing yourself from the narcissist as much as possible. This means cutting off your connection with them. Think of it as removing their source of narcissistic supply. Ideally, you want to completely cut ties with a narcissist. That means having no contact at all with them and burning all the bridges that will allow them to get in touch with you. But if that’s challenging or even impossible, at least try to adopt an unresponsive stance. Your goal here is to minimize your engagement in the toxic dynamic you have with them. Then, once you’ve achieved a state of low or no contact, it’s time to focus on your healing. Take some time for self-care, dedicating yourself to personal growth and recovery. This way, you can regain your power and rebuild your self-confidence, but you can also use this time to break the subconscious cycle or patterns that make you attract such perpetrators into your life—especially if it’s not your first time dealing with the narcissist.

Lastly, let’s talk about setting boundaries. Learning the art of setting boundaries effectively is a vital life skill that many of us were never taught. But for someone who’s had to deal with a narcissist, it becomes even more crucial. Setting your boundaries is one effective way to safeguard your mental health and overall well-being. If you’re unsure or lacking confidence in establishing healthy limits that protect your quality of life, don’t worry. It’s never too late for you to acquire this valuable skill.

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