The Greatest Fears of Narcissists
What scares narcissists? Like all of us, individuals with narcissistic personality disorder have fears. The severity of these fears varies along the spectrum of the disorder, but there are a few common attributes that most narcissists fear.
One of the biggest fears for narcissists is being laughed at. They cannot stand being the subject of ridicule, as they view themselves as perfect and above others. They often lack empathy for others and enjoy the discomfort that others feel, but when the tables are turned, and they are the ones being laughed at, they react with extreme sensitivity and anger.
Another major fear for narcissists is abandonment and rejection. They often idealise their relationships to the point where they cannot cope with the idea of being left alone. This fear drives them to manipulate and threaten their partners, as they are unable to cope on their own. Their false self cannot survive without constant validation, and they will do anything to avoid being alone with their own emptiness.
Additionally, narcissists hate being disrespected and cannot stand being ignored. They go to great lengths to seek attention, as they view the lack of it as a form of suffocation. This fear of being ignored ties into their deep fear of exposure, which they try to avoid through manipulation, projection, and gaslighting. By projecting their own imperfections onto others, they create a world of smoke and mirrors where the truth becomes blurred.
Finally, many narcissists have a fear of growing old and a deep fear of death, as it represents the ultimate loss of their narcissistic self. Somatic narcissists, in particular, fear the loss of youth and the inevitability of ageing.
Comparing these fears of narcissists to those of non-narcissists, the key difference lies in the intensity of these fears. While both narcissists and non-narcissists may share a fear of rejection or growing old, the narcissistic personality disorder amplifies these fears to extreme levels. The fear of abandonment, for example, drives narcissists to behave in a manipulative and destructive manner that is not typically seen in non-narcissistic individuals.
In conclusion, the fears of narcissists can be intense and all-consuming, driving them to behave in ways that are often harmful to others. Understanding these fears can shed light on the motivations behind the behaviour of narcissists. It is important to approach individuals with narcissistic personality disorder with empathy and understanding while also setting boundaries to protect oneself from their destructive behaviour.
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