As the people around them start to leave, the narcissist’s lively performance soon fades, leaving just the two of you together with their toxic personality. At first, you might feel happy that it’s just you two. After all, hugs and sweet chats about the night are nice, right?

But how wrong you could be. In the blink of an eye, the mask drops, and you’re left in shock.

The warm smiles turn into frowns, the laughter fades into silence, and before you know it, criticism and blame fill the air.

Why didn’t you talk to me all night?

Your cousin is so self-absorbed.

I found it unbearable.

I disliked pretending to like others.

I caught you flirting.

Why do you treat me like I don’t matter?

Did you really think anyone cared about your stories?

I can’t stand small talk.

I don’t want to go out again.

They toss off their jacket without a thought, and the chaos begins as they crash around the house.

In that moment, you might start to feel like you’ve done something wrong, which opens the door for them to blame you for whatever they can dream up.

3 You See the True Narcissist

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