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People are easily charmed by a narcissist, especially codependents. Narcissists can be beguiling and charismatic. In fact, one study showed that their likable veneer was only penetrable after seven meetings. I\u2019ve had a number of clients who claimed that the courtship with their narcissistic spouse was wonderful and that abuse only began after the wedding. However, with greater insight, they admitted that there were signs that they\u2019d overlooked.<\/p>\n
\u00a0<\/strong><\/em> Sexual attraction<\/strong>. The greater the physical attraction and sexual intensity, the easier it is to ignore red flags. Individuals who can see auras maintain that sexual energy literally obfuscates mental and emotional energy why lust is blind. Familiarity.<\/strong> If you had a narcissistic parent, being with a narcissist will feel familiar\u2014like family. This attraction happens beneath consciousness and is often referred to as \u201cchemistry.\u201d With personal\u00a0therapy, this attraction can change so that you easily spot someone who is abusive or self-centered. You might even be repelled instead of attracted to a narcissist. Red Flags when Dating a Narcissist<\/strong> Self-centeredness.<\/strong> For narcissists, the world revolves around them. Other people are only two-dimensional, meaning that narcissists can\u2019t empathize. They\u2019re in their own reality and see you as an extension of themselves to satisfy their needs and wants. When you talk to your date, is he or she interested in getting to know you, or talk only about themselves? Amazingly, some people do, as if their listener doesn\u2019t exist. This is a tell-tale sign that you will feel invisible in the relationship. If you felt invisible in your family, you might take this for granted. You could possibly feel validated by the\u00a0attention\u00a0you give as a good listener. Beware that this pattern will likely continue.<\/p>\n As mentioned above, some narcissists are skilled communicators and will appear fascinated by you, even mirror your interests to make you like them. They may be good at short-term\u00a0intimacy\u00a0and make you feel like a king or queen; but eventually, they don\u2019t keep up that act. You\u2019ll discover that their motive is to get what they want; for example, sex, but that they\u2019re not interested in getting to know more about you, your family, problems, or successes.<\/p>\n Be aware of other signs of lack of consideration: walking far ahead of you, making you track them down for a return phone call, arriving late, disregarding your boundaries\u00a0and needs, or interrupting conversations to take calls from other people.<\/p>\n Arrogance.<\/strong> Narcissists feel superior to other people, and can be rude or abusive when they don\u2019t get what they want. This is revealed in their behavior and how they talk about themselves and others. Is your date a fault-finder who criticizes or blames others, the opposite sex, or an ex? One day, he or she may be bashing you. When you go out, notice how he or she treats waitresses, car hops, and vendors. Does he or she show other people respect, or act superior to other certain groups, such as minorities, immigrants, or people of fewer means or education?<\/p>\n Narcissists like to be associated with high-status people and institutions. They think they\u2019re the best and want to surround themselves with the best. This is due to insecurity. Does your date think only his or her school is the best, and require the best car, the best table at the best restaurant, the finest wines, and wear expensive labels, or name-drop public figures they know? This may impress you, but will later depress you when you feel ignored or like a prop in their life.<\/p>\n Entitlement.<\/strong> This trait is a giveaway. It reveals how narcissists think that they\u2019re the center of the universe. They not only believe they\u2019re special and superior to others, but also that they deserve special treatment and that rules don\u2019t apply to them. Does your date refuse to turn off his or her cell phone at the movies, expect others to do favors, cut in line, steal things like tableware, airline blankets, or hotel ashtrays, or insist on special treatment from the parking attendant, restaurant maitre d\u2019, or server? If you\u2019re a woman, does he expect you to drive to his neighborhood? A relationship with this person will be painfully one-sided, not a two-way street. Narcissists are only interested in getting what they want and making the relationship work for them. If they are rude to others, they may one day abuse\u00a0you. Some Tips<\/strong><\/em> Learn about narcissistic relationships, why narcissists are codependent, and why they\u2019re drawn to codependents and vice versa. In recovering from codependency, you\u2019ll build self-esteem, your estimation of your worth will rise, and you\u2019ll expect to be considered, listened to, and treated well. 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\nBlind Spots when Dating a Narcissist<\/strong><\/em>
\nThere are\u00a0unconscious\u00a0explanations of why you might not spot a narcissist. Here are some reasons why you might not recognize a narcissist:<\/p>\n
\nSeduction. Narcissists are skilled manipulators. Some can be quite seductive, and not just sexually. They may be adept listeners and communicators or allure you with flattery, self-disclosure, and vulnerability just the opposite of what you might expect from a narcissist.
\nIdealization. Often narcissists are very accomplished, successful, good-looking, powerful, and\/or multi-talented. It\u2019s easy to idealize them and want to share in the benefits of their exceptionalism, especially if you feel inferior. People with low\u00a0self-esteem, such as codependents, are more likely to idealize someone they admire. They may be drawn to typical narcissistic traits that they themselves lack, such as power and boldness. The downside is that idealization makes us ignore contrary information.<\/p>\n
\nCodependency. If you have low self-esteem or are codependent, you may be unaware of your feelings, which can guide you. You may not feel entitled to respect and having your needs and wants in a meeting. Most codependents tend to accommodate and people-please other people\u2015a perfect fit for a narcissist. This predisposition is stronger in early dating when you\u2019re trying to make a good impression. Thus, you might overlook or rationalize feelings of discomfort and anxiety that signal trouble. If something does bother you, you won\u2019t speak up about it and try to forget it.<\/p>\n
\nBelow are some red flags to look out for. Having a few traits doesn\u2019t mean that someone is diagnosable with NPD a narcissistic personality disorder\u2014but they do not bode well for a fulfilling relationship. One study found that when narcissists knew the symptoms of NPD, they readily admitted being a narcissist when asked. So you can ask, too, provided they know the traits. Need for admiration, lack of empathy, and grandiosity are key. Look for signs of arrogance and entitlement, too.<\/p>\n
\nBragging and need for admiration. Although narcissists want to believe they\u2019re superior, they\u2019re actually insecure. Hence, they need constant validation, appreciation, and recognition. They seek this by bragging about themselves and their accomplishments. They may even lie or exaggerate. People who brag are trying to convince themselves and you of their greatness.
\nControl and manipulation. Narcissists put their needs first. They may manipulate you with flattery, belittling, or threats. Their lack of empathy may show when planning a date. Time and place might be a difficult negotiation or on their terms, especially if they sense that you\u2019re interested in them. Initially, they may want to please you to win you over, but once they\u2019ve made their \u201ccatch,\u201d They want to please themselves. It\u2019s the chase, not the catch that motivates them. Once they\u2019re victorious, they can lose interest, and move on to the next conquest before it gets too emotionally intimate. If not, they\u2019ll be emotionally unavailable and keep you at a distance, because they\u2019re afraid if you get too close, you won\u2019t like what you see.<\/p>\n
\nListen to what your dates say about themselves and past relationships. Do they take responsibility or blame other people? Pay attention if they admit to serious shortcomings, commitment issues,\u00a0infidelity, criminality,\u00a0addiction, or abuse. Equally important, notice if you feel anxious or uncomfortable, pressured, controlled, ignored, or belittled.<\/p>\n