**Some Things Narcissists Don’t Want You to Know **

1. **They need you more than you need them.**

   Narcissists are emotionally dependent on the people they abuse. Despite appearing confident or self-sufficient, they require constant validation and admiration—what’s often called “narcissistic supply.” They rarely leave a relationship unless a new source of supply is already secured. The illusion of power they create depends entirely on someone else propping them up emotionally. Without that supply, their carefully constructed false self begins to crumble.

2. **They are deeply jealous and envious—even of you.**

   If you’re successful, confident, loved, or even just content, it threatens their fragile ego. Narcissists don’t celebrate others’ achievements; they resent them. When they can’t match your qualities, they try to sabotage, criticize, or diminish you in order to feel superior again. Their love quickly turns into contempt the moment you shine brighter than they do.

3. **Every act of generosity has strings attached.**

   Narcissists don’t give out of love or kindness. They give with an agenda: to earn your loyalty, to appear superior, or to later hold it over your head. Their “kindness” is a manipulation tool, and any perceived ingratitude will be used to justify future cruelty.

4. **They gather personal information to weaponize it.**

   In the beginning, narcissists seem deeply interested in you, asking questions and learning your story. But often, it’s not because they care—it’s because they want ammunition. Your insecurities, past traumas, and weaknesses become tools for future attacks.

5. **They believe your tolerance makes you responsible.**

   To a narcissist, if you put up with their mistreatment, you "deserve" it. They interpret your compassion, empathy, or silence as weakness, and use it to justify their abuse. They lack the emotional maturity to take accountability.

6. **Your vulnerability feeds their ego.**

   The more broken, confused, or insecure you feel, the more powerful they feel. They emotionally regulate themselves by destabilizing you. It’s not accidental—it’s a strategy.

7. **They are vindictive and never forget a perceived slight.**

   Even a minor disagreement or rejection can trigger disproportionate retaliation. Narcissists will go out of their way to punish you—either through passive-aggression, smear campaigns, or emotional abandonment.

**Understanding these hidden truths is the first step in protecting yourself. Knowledge is power.**