Why Narcissists Never Hear You: A Deep Dive into Distorted Communication
Episode Overview
Narcissists distort conversations to fit their own narrative. They often deflect blame and shift responsibility. Narcissists use minimisation and compartmentalisation tactics. They live in a delusional world where they are never wrong. Understanding this can help validate your experiences.
A narcissist wants to hear what they want to hear. What you say does not exist.
Ever wondered why talking to a narcissist feels like banging your head against a wall? This episode of 'Heal from within after Narcissistic Abuse with Danish' dives into the baffling world of narcissistic communication. Danish Bashir, a Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Professional, breaks down the convoluted process of how narcissists interpret conversations.
He uses the metaphor of a game of 'Chinese whispers' to illustrate how narcissists distort and filter information, making it nearly impossible for them to understand or accept reality as you present it. Instead, they twist your words to fit their own delusional narrative, often leading to deflection, blame-shifting, and explosive reactions. Danish explains that narcissists live in a self-created world where they are never wrong and everyone else is to blame.
The episode also touches on the common tactics narcissists use, like minimisation and compartmentalisation, to avoid taking responsibility for their actions. If you've ever been left feeling drained and confused after trying to reason with a narcissist, this episode will shed light on why that happens and offer some validation for your experiences. So, if you're looking to understand the mind of a narcissist better and learn why they never seem to hear you, this episode is a must-listen.
Ready to dive into the twisted world of narcissistic communication? Hit play and start gaining some clarity today.