**Narcissists run away from conflict and confrontation, and there is never any resolution.** It will be excuses like, "I'm not doing this anymore," or, "I'm done with this," or some other emotionally dismissive shutdown. Once they realize you won't allow their control, gaslighting, or manipulation anymore, they retreat—not because they're innocent, but because they refuse to take accountability for the damage they've caused. They will ghost, stonewall, or discard you before ever admitting fault or offering a sincere apology. To a narcissist, resolution means exposure—and exposure threatens the carefully crafted image they hide behind.

**They hate boundaries.** Boundaries strip them of their power. When you start standing up to them—disagreeing, questioning their actions, pointing out their lies, or refusing to accept disrespect—they see it as a personal attack. Their fragile ego cannot handle rejection or criticism, so they either lash out or run away. In both cases, they avoid responsibility. The moment their manipulation stops working, their interest in the relationship fades.

And when they leave, they try to frame it as your fault. They'll say you were “too difficult,” “too emotional,” or “impossible to talk to,” when in reality, you simply stopped tolerating their abuse. That’s when their mask slips.

Remember, healthy people don’t run from conflict—they engage in it with maturity, communication, and empathy. Narcissists avoid conflict because it reveals truth, and truth is their enemy.

Let them run. Let them disappear. It’s not rejection—it’s redirection. You’re not losing anything. You’re gaining your peace, clarity, and self-respect.