Why Narcissists Reveal Their True Colors After Marriage

Sometimes the signs of narcissism don’t become truly apparent until after the ring goes on, and you both say, “I Do.” Those with NPD narcissistic personality disorder know how to bide their time and make you feel very special, make you to feel like they are the one. You were deceived for a while until eventually they showed you their true colors. I’m sure you didn’t purposely marry a narcissist. For you, in hindsight you saw the red flags, but for whatever reason you ignored them. Which is not completely your fault, because it was your kindness and ability to overlook the warning signs to allow them access into your life in the first place.

I’m sure you began to ask yourself why did I get married? Why didn’t I see the red flags, or why did I ignore some of the signs that have now somehow intensified? You literally feel like you’re sleeping with the enemy. Narcissists can be emotionally abusive, must win every argument, and will make your life a living hell. Many people overuse the term controlling regarding their spouses, but once you are knee deep in a marriage with a narcissist, “controlling” takes on a whole new dimension. You’re so controlled to the point of feeling like your mind, body, and soul was hijacked, and it was. It is not easy for anyone to be married to a narcissist or someone who is abusive, because it is not easy to just walk away…