Narcissists will respect you for it. Everything in their world is quid pro quo. They will rarely be offended by people looking out for themselves. Dealing with a narcissist regularly is like having a pet tiger: you always have to be careful that one day hes gonna see you as dinner.

How do you get a narcissist to respect you?

10 Tips for Dealing with a Narcissistic PersonalityAccept them.Break the spell.Speak up.Set boundaries.Expect pushback.Remember the truth.Find support.Demand action.More items •6 Mar 2019

How does a narcissist punish you?

They withdraw all their kindness and instead punish the victim with whatever they feel is appropriate — shouting, giving them the silent treatment, or even physically abusing them.

What does a narcissist do when you hurt them?

Injury to self-esteem or self-worth When theyre “hurt,” narcissists tend to lash out as their first line of defense. They may feel that cutting someone out or intentionally hurting them with words or violence can help them protect their persona.

Why are narcissists so miserable?

Narcissistic people are unable to feel genuine happiness because they severely, or even completely, lack a sense of genuine self. As a result, they are chronically miserable people who desperately try to feel better by constantly managing their fragile and skewed sense of self-esteem.

How narcissists ruin your life?

Narcissists, sociopaths, and psychopaths can cause long-lasting damage to the lives of their victims. Their emotional and verbal abuse, combined with their cruel, persistent attempts at sabotage, can even drive their victims to self-destruction and suicide.

Can living with a narcissist make you sick?

Life with a narcissist can be extremely stressful, leading to depression or anxiety. It can also make you physically sick. You may feel it in the pit of your stomach. This isnt surprising, as stress and dismay are often coupled with a gut disturbance.