
What Do Narcissists Want?
When most people hear the term “narcissist,” they’re not asking themselves, “What do narcissists want?” They’re envisioning someone who talks about themselves too much or takes a lot of selfies. That’s obvious, they’re likely thinking. Narcissists want attention. So the stereotype goes. These traits are essentially harmless and may even be amusing when portrayed in pop culture. However, some narcissists carry other more sinister traits. Pathological narcissists lie excessively, wear different masks around different people, have secret lives, and fake positive emotions. The heart of narcissistic abuse is the deliberate manipulation of others into willingly making themselves vulnerable enough so...