Number 7: Sustain your independence.
Narcissists are attracted to people who are dependent on them. They will try to take advantage of you if you let them. So, instead of making a narcissist feel important, focus on being independent and self-sufficient. You can do this by finding hobbies, spending time with friends, or taking classes that interest you, even if they don’t seem like they’ll make much money.
You can learn to make a narcissist respect you by sustaining your independence. Maintain your personal boundaries and don’t let a narcissist threaten or use their power to make you feel insecure. This will help them realize that they do not need to control every aspect of their life and that they don’t have the right to tell you what to do every time.
Recommended: Healing from Hidden Abuse: A Journey Through the Stages of Recovery from Psychological Abuse.
Number 8: Set boundaries with a narcissist.
The first step to getting a narcissist to respect you is to set boundaries with them. You must be willing to let go of the narcissist’s ideas and demands and make your own decisions about what you want out of life. Remember that saying no isn’t a sign of weakness or lack of self-respect; it is rather an expression of self-determination.
Narcissists don’t like this kind of self-sufficiency; it makes them feel vulnerable and weak, so be careful. Narcissists thrive on control and attention. When they feel like they’re losing their ability to control you, they’ll do things like get aggressive with you. Stop returning their calls or text or ignoring their attempts to engage in conversation. They’ll also start acting cold and distant towards you, often without explanation.
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