Why do narcissists come back years later?

A narcissist will come back after no contact if they find themselves low on attention, and they consider you easy to get that attention from. Most narcissists hate being alone, and they need attention far more than most people. It’s only when narcissists need something that they appear back in your life.

Will narcissist seek revenge?

Narcissists lack empathy and attention for others. They don’t understand how their actions impact other people. Subsequently, when they hurt you, they don’t truly realize that it hurts! Even though seeking revenge may feel good for a moment, you may experience extreme guilt, shame, and self-loathing afterward.

How do you protect yourself from a narcissistic revenge?

THE BASICS

1. Don’t take the bait and fight with them.
2. Understand their criticism for what it is: It is not about you.
3. When you communicate, set clear boundaries, and use clear communication.
4. If you have to make a decision to stay away, make it clearly and boldly, and follow through.

What happens when you seek revenge on a narcissist?

If you do seek revenge (and it works), the narcissist won’t reflect on how they should change their behavior. Instead, the new story will be rooted in how awful and evil you are. For example, let’s say you’re in a romantic relationship with a narcissist, and you leave them for someone else.

Why does the narcissist come back after months?

Victims often believe that when the narcissist comes back after months, it’s because they’re in love. Allow me to share the Narcissist’s perspective on the topic of love, written by John Howell:

Can narcissists take and reconcile feedback?

However, narcissists are unable to take and reconcile feedback. Instead, they will likely double down on their efforts to hurt you back. In doing this, they may dig up every single issue they have with you (and they may make some up!). The goal here is ruthless: you attempted to hurt them, and they are going to make you pay for it.

How does no contact make a narcissist feel?

No Contact makes the narcissist feel small, worthless, and powerless. They whip themselves into a frenzy because they need your supply to maintain their false image.