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Attention Vampires: How Narcissists Drain Your Energy
3 min readDec 27, 2024
- Narcissists often seem to lack a clear understanding of things. They struggle with genuine emotions and authenticity, which makes it hard for them to connect with real knowledge or wisdom. This doesn’t mean they’re not capable — they can hold jobs, write books, earn PhDs, or even become leaders. It just suggests that their thinking can be a bit vague and they often don’t get straight to the point. (fakery)
- Narcissists really seem to enjoy disappointing others. When they dodge questions, it just throws everything off balance. It stops us from finding closure, feeling fulfilled, or even communicating properly. It gets in the way of understanding each other and sharing information genuinely, leading to a lot of unnecessary letdowns.
- Narcissists really have a knack for attention vampirism. Just give them a bit of your attention, and they’ll start to pull you in, wandering off-topic, jumping around, and shifting the conversation just enough to keep you engaged longer than you should be. In the end, you’re left without a clear answer, feeling a bit drained. (Vampirism)
- Answering your question directly is all about making sure you feel satisfied. It really comes from a place of love, respect, and kindness. It’s a common way to show your love for your neighbor. Narcissists really struggle with love and…
