How Do You React To Narcissistic Behavior?
Narcissists are people who are simply intrigued by themselves. They talk about themselves, demand admiration and recognition and believe everyone else should be jealous of them. They might even lie or exaggerate the truth as a way to elevate themselves above the “flock.” When you come across a narcissistic person, your initial reaction might be shock, but in some cases the best reaction might be none at all. Understand that narcissism is a personality disorder—often it is rooted in childhood issues, such as abuse or neglect. Often the person can’t help himself—he actual believes his delusions of being superior to others. Remember that Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is classified as a mental illness. Avoid affirming the person’s delusions. Do not agree with her wild fantasies about how great she is—it will give her a reason to continue and it could make the behavior worse over time. Ignore the person whenever possible. A narcissist feeds off attention from others. When th
