Danish Bashir
Danish Bashir
Why Narcissists become sweet around children ?
Why Narcissists become sweet around children ?
Why Narcissists become sweet around children ?
Thursday 18th April 2024
Uncover why narcissists become sweet around children. Learn how these behaviours are driven by manipulation rather than genuine affection.
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Episode Overview
- Narcissists use children as sources of attention and validation.
- Their seemingly sweet behaviour is driven by manipulation, not genuine affection.
- As children grow and assert independence, narcissists often become cruel.
- Survivors may feel guilt and confusion seeing the narcissist's kindness towards their children.
- Understanding these dynamics can help protect children from emotional abuse.
The narcissistic individual in their life is driven by the need of getting a lot of attention, admiration, adulation, validation and so on
Why do some narcissists suddenly become sweet and playful around children? This episode of 'Heal from within after Narcissistic Abuse with Danish' tackles this puzzling behaviour. Danish Bashir, a narcissistic abuse recovery professional, dives into the complex dynamics behind why narcissists show a different, often more pleasant side when interacting with young children. He explains that this behaviour is driven by the narcissist's need for constant attention and admiration, which children provide in abundance due to their innocence and dependency.
Danish shares that many survivors of narcissistic abuse struggle with guilt and confusion when they see the narcissist being kind to their children. They often wonder if the narcissist has the capacity to love but chooses not to love them. However, Danish clarifies that this seemingly affectionate behaviour is not genuine love but a strategic move to manipulate and control. Children are easy targets for narcissists because they are non-judgmental, non-critical, and can be easily influenced.
He highlights that narcissists use children as a source of 'supply'—the attention and validation they crave. The narcissist's interactions with children are not about genuine affection but about maintaining power and control. Danish also points out that as children grow older and start asserting their independence, the narcissist's behaviour often shifts from sweet to cruel.
Through his own experiences and professional insights, Danish sheds light on the deceptive nature of narcissists and offers valuable advice for those dealing with such situations. This episode is a must-listen for anyone trying to understand the confusing behaviours of narcissists and seeking ways to protect their children from emotional manipulation. Curious about why narcissists act differently around children? Tune in to gain a deeper understanding and learn how to safeguard your loved ones.