Why narcissists stay friends with exes?
Why narcissists stay friends with exes?
Research Finds That Narcissists Try To Remain Friends With Their Exes For Darker Reasons. Since narcissists lack empathy and exploit others for their own gain, what is known as “hoovering” is common.
Do narcissists enjoy hurting others?
Most narcissists enjoy an irrational and brief burst of relief after having suffered emotionally (“narcissistic injury”) or after having sustained a loss. But the narcissist is also a sadist – albeit an unusual one. The narcissist inflicts pain and abuse on others.
Do narcissists care if they hurt you?
Narcissists benefit from being with people who will forgive them for being hurtful. They will continuously hurt you, so in order for them to continue in the relationship, they need to be with someone who does not hold grudges.
Does a narcissist regret losing you?
A prime example is when a narcissist is dumped by someone else. He or she may feel the terrible regret of losing narcissistic supply. Likewise, the narcissist may regret discarding you, if you don’t crawl back to him or her. But it doesn’t mean they feel sorry for the horrible things they did to you.
