Danish Bashir
Danish Bashir
Narcissists don't have real friends
Narcissists don't have real friends
Narcissists don't have real friends
Monday 20th May 2024
Discover why narcissists can't maintain genuine friendships and how their manipulative tactics affect those around them.
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Episode Overview
- Narcissists see people as tools rather than friends.
- They prefer quantity over quality in their social circles.
- Narcissistic friendships are often short-lived.
- Narcissists demand loyalty but offer none in return.
- True friendships require respect and equality, traits foreign to narcissists.
Narcissists don't have friends; they have hostages.
In this episode of 'Heal from within after Narcissistic Abuse with Danish', the focus is on a fascinating and often misunderstood topic: why narcissists don't have real friends. Danish Bashir, a seasoned narcissistic abuse recovery professional, breaks down the complex dynamics of narcissistic relationships, explaining why genuine friendships are virtually impossible for narcissists to maintain. Using his expertise, Danish offers five compelling reasons behind this phenomenon, shedding light on the transactional nature of narcissistic connections.
Danish kicks off by explaining that narcissists see people as tools rather than friends. Everyone in their life has a role to play, and it's all about performance. Whether it's glorifying the narcissist or enabling their victimhood, there's no room for mutual respect or genuine connection. It's a chilling but eye-opening perspective that makes you rethink any previous interactions with narcissists. He then moves on to discuss how narcissists prefer quantity over quality in their social circles.
They thrive on having a large number of 'friends' to boost their image and isolate their victims further. The bigger the group, the more they can manipulate and control, making it hard for anyone to see through their facade. The third reason Danish outlines is the transient nature of narcissistic friendships. As soon as people start seeing through their manipulative ways, narcissists move on to new victims.
This constant cycle of idealisation, devaluation, and discard means they never form lasting bonds. Next, Danish explains how narcissists demand unwavering loyalty but offer none in return. They manipulate and gaslight their so-called friends until these individuals are burnt out and disillusioned. The lack of reciprocity eventually drives people away, leaving the narcissist to find new targets. Finally, Danish highlights that true friendships require respect, honesty, and equality - traits that are foreign to narcissists.
They are always in competition, always seeking to be superior, which creates an environment of constant chaos and drama. This toxic atmosphere makes it impossible for any genuine friendship to survive. If you've ever wondered why your relationship with a narcissist felt so one-sided or why they seemed to have so many 'friends' who didn't really know them, this episode is a must-listen.
It provides valuable insights into the manipulative world of narcissists and offers practical advice for anyone looking to understand and heal from such relationships. Why not give it a listen and see if it changes how you view those around you?