Does the narcissist love the main supply?

The answer is simple, although narcissists prefers the highly charged dynamic of their Primary Narcissistic Supply, however inevitability things go wrong (i.e. they may suddenly become bored, or they may fall-out with the person because they are not getting what they want from them).

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on narcissisticbehavior.net

Do narcissists care about their supply?

Narcissists often engage in manipulative and controlling behaviors to secure this supply, using others as a means to boost their own ego and maintain their self-esteem. Their whole life revolves around getting their supply because it's the only way to maintain their grandiose sense of self and self-worth.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on simplypsychology.org

Does the narcissist really love the new supply?

Generally speaking, narcissists look happy with their new supply because they are in the idealization phase. During this phase, they shower the new supply with love, attention, and affection, which can make it seem like they are truly happy, but this initial happiness is often superficial and short-lived.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on unfilteredd.net

Does the narcissist love the new supply more than me?

They don't love the new person more or less than they did you, because they are literally unable to love like we do. They cannot emotionally bond, so their “love” is strictly based on how much and how easily they can get supply.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on diaryofafitmommy.com

Who is the best supply for a narcissist?

The Primary Narcissistic Supply is attention, in both its public forms (fame, notoriety, infamy, celebrity) and its private, interpersonal, forms (adoration, adulation, applause, fear, repulsion). It is important to understand that attention of any kind - positive or negative - constitutes Primary Narcissistic Supply.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on healthyplace.com

When The Narcissist Is Outsmarted By The Main Supply

21 related questions found

What does a narcissist crave the most?

Narcissists thrive on getting attention, feeling special, and having control. He is an expert at getting an emotional reaction out of you – good or bad – because it makes him feel powerful and better than you.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on limetreecounseling.com

How do narcissists treat their main supply?

Narcissistic supply refers to the constant supply of attention and admiration needed by narcissists. To gain this attention, narcissists often use a “false self” that is likable to attract people to them.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on choosingtherapy.com

When a narcissist is desperate for supply?

The longer the lack of Narcissistic Supply, the more the narcissist glorifies, re-writes, misses and mourns this past. This nostalgia serves to enhance other negative feelings, amounting to clinical depression. The narcissist proceeds to develop paranoia.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on healthyplace.com

Are narcissists obsessed with their ex?

But as clinical psychologist Dr. Ramani Durvasula points out, narcissists often have a habit of staying in contact with their exes in a way that is solely about their own needs. "The central motivator for narcissists is validation," she explains. "And an ex is often a really interesting place to get it...

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on menshealth.com

Why do Narc treat new supply better?

The narcissist is desperate and will do anything to ensure their supply is refilled because that is their means of survival. They ensure their supply is refilled by treating this new person as if they are special, because that is what draws them in. However, the supply refill can't last forever.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on mindsettherapyonline.com

How do you know you are the main supply of a narcissist?

How can you tell if you are the submissive partner, inadvertently feeding the narcissist? The main sign is a complete lack of care for your needs, be they emotional, mental, or physical. They will not consider your well-being, health, or mental stability. They only care about their own self-worth.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on affinitypsych.com

Why do narcissist flaunts new supply so fast?

The narcissist needs others to boost their ego and feed their feelings of grandiosity and superiority. They would not be willing to have a gap in people who serve that role, so they look for a new supply even while they are still with their old partner.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on mindsettherapyonline.com

Do narcs ever regret a discard?

It is common for people with a narcissistic personality disorder to regret discarding or losing someone, but it does not mean what you might think. If they feel regret, it is not because they hurt you. It is for losing something that they value.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on psychologytoday.com

Do narcissists obsess over old supply?

Narcissists compare supply insofar as they assess what kind of supply they need right now and whether they can obtain it from that source. In general though, narcissists prefer new supply to old supply. As with all things new, it feels more special.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on thenarcissisticlife.com

When a narcissist loses his main supply?

When a narcissistic person doesn't get a constant supply of validation or someone injures their self-esteem, their confident and superior facade can collapse. A narcissistic collapse may happen because others don't see the person like they want to be seen, for example.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on psychcentral.com

How soon does a narcissist get bored of a new supply?

In a survey we conducted among 400 survivors of narcissistic abuse, we found that the average amount of time it took for narcissistic men to get bored with their new supply was five months and the average amount of time it took for narcissistic women to get bored with their new supply was two-and-a-half months.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on unfilteredd.net

Does a narcissist ever truly love someone?

Narcissists can and do love, but their love tends to be superficial and fleeting. They can develop intense emotional attachments—even appearing to "fall in love"—and yet still maintain a complete lack of empathy for the object of their affection.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on verywellmind.com

What keeps a narcissist attached to you?

People who are impressive in some way, either in their career, hobbies and talents, their friendship circles, or family. Someone who will make the narcissist feel good about themselves, through compliments or gestures. Anyone who will reflect well on them in the eyes of other people.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on businessinsider.com

What do narcissists do post breakup?

At the end of a relationship, narcissists may become combative, passive-aggressive, hostile, and even more controlling. People with NPD often fail to understand other people's needs and values. They are hyper focused on their egos, but do not account for how their actions affect others.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on choosingtherapy.com

What does a depressed narcissist look like?

They're often introverted, sensitive, and prone to experiencing anxiety and shame. They may also struggle to maintain close friendships as they focus heavily on themselves, require attention, and are hyper-sensitive to perceived criticism.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on choosingtherapy.com

Do narcissists use you for money?

Narcissists often use money as a tool for punishment. They may reward you financially when you do what they want, and then withhold money when they feel vindictive. This can feel unsafe, degrading and confusing.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on cnbc.com

Do narcissists like to be dominated in bed?

These abusers are always looking to satisfy their needs and dominate their partners, including in sexual relationships. Depending on the phase of the toxic relationship, they will behave differently. In reality, their goal is always the same: to please themselves and strengthen their hold on you.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on wengood.com

Do narcs think about old supply?

Narcissists show off their new supply to get as much narcissistic supply as they can from others, to devalue, degrade, and invalidate their old supply, and because they are love bombing their new supply to make them feel special and unique.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on unfilteredd.net

What is the core emotional need of a narcissist?

Both clinical and empirical studies have confirmed that emotional distress, interpersonal vulnerability, a sense of inadequacy, need for control, avoidance, and fear, pain, and anxiety are important facets of narcissistic personality functioning.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on mcleanhospital.org

What is the toxic cycle of a narcissist?

The narcissistic abuse cycle refers to an abusive pattern of behavior that characterizes the relationships of people with narcissistic traits. It involves first idealizing a person, then devaluing them, repeating the cycle, and eventually discarding them when they are of no further use.

Takedown request   |   View complete answer on verywellmind.com