4.7K views · 58 reactions | Narcissists don’t read people to connect—they do it to control. They study your emotions, weaknesses, and boundaries to figure out how to manipulate you more effectively. Once you see through their tactics, you can stop playing their game. Learn how to spot and disarm these behaviors. Register now for my free webinar at slaythenarc.com | Rebecca Zung | Facebook

Female narcissists often exhibit specific behaviours aimed at maintaining control and asserting dominance over others. One common tactic is social exclusion, where they deliberately leave you out of group activities or conversations to make you feel isolated and inferior. They also use backhanded compliments, which seem positive on the surface but are actually veiled insults meant to undermine your confidence. Passive-aggressive tactics, such as silent treatments and sulking, are another hallmar

Gaslighting is a form of manipulation often employed by narcissists to control their victims. They distort reality and rewrite events to maintain power and control. Recognising the phrases used during gaslighting can help victims identify and handle this type of emotional abuse. One common gaslighting phrase is “It’s not all about you.” Narcissists believe everything revolves around them, so if others prioritise their own needs, the narcissist perceives it as unfair and tries to establish contro