5 ways to tell who's a victim & who's a Narcissist

5 ways to tell who's a victim & who's a Narcissist

Ever wondered how to tell the difference between a true victim and a narcissist? In this episode, Danish Bashir, a narcissistic abuse recovery professional, breaks down five key differences that can help you spot who’s genuinely suffering and who’s playing the victim. Danish shares his deep understanding of narcissistic behaviour and the subtle yet significant ways victims and narcissists behave differently.

He explains how real victims often struggle with chronic self-doubt, questioning their role in the relationship, while narcissists create elaborate stories to paint themselves as the victim and resist any attempts to challenge their narrative. Danish also discusses how true victims are eager to find solutions and heal, whereas narcissists prefer to dwell in their fabricated victimhood to extract sympathy and avoid moving forward.

You’ll learn about the physical and emotional toll on real victims, including symptoms of complex post-traumatic stress, which narcissists only pretend to have. Lastly, Danish touches on how real victims take time to heal before entering new relationships, unlike narcissists who quickly find new sources of supply. If you’re keen to understand these dynamics better and protect yourself or someone you care about, this episode is a must-listen.