This aggression is an attempt to reduce anxiety and dissonance, often acting as a pain-avoidance device to mask their own feelings of inadequacy, according to this YouTube video and this Facebook post. 3. Self-Destructiveness: The Inevitable Collapse
According to this Facebook post , some narcissists use subtle methods like emotional withdrawal, guilt-tripping, and simmering resentment to harm others. Aggressivity, Narcissism, and Self-Destructiven...
It seems paradoxical that someone so obsessed with themselves would behave in a way that destroys their life. However, the narcissist's self-destructive behavior is the ultimate consequence of their arrogance and inability to accept reality. This aggression is an attempt to reduce anxiety
The Deadly Trinity: When Narcissism, Aggression, and Self-Destruction Collide It seems paradoxical that someone so obsessed with
When challenged, they experience a profound threat, which often triggers an overwhelming need for defense, says this Facebook post .
Their "false self" eventually collapses because it has no foundation in reality, often leading to a loss of relationships, career, and stability, says this YouTube video . Spotting the Pattern: The Dangerous Cycle
This includes heated arguments, shouting, or physical intimidation.