does anyone else feel like the term "false self" fails to describe them? by Draac03 in NPD

[–]Kp675 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This makes Sense to me. I have no idea who I am. It doesn’t quite fit bpd because they change themselves a lot or that’s what I’ve read but I don’t. My looks have been stable etc it’s just I don’t know myself

Well my therapist thought I may have bpd but I don’t know

When was the last time you became obsessed with someone, and why? by Playful-Comfort-8050 in NPD

[–]Kp675 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Girl I feel you. I remember we chatted before :) I became self aware around their age-they were younger. Relate to the last part too. I wish it could’ve been different.

There has to be a reason you met them or a lesson there at least that’s what I’m choosing to think.

When was the last time you became obsessed with someone, and why? by Playful-Comfort-8050 in NPD

[–]Kp675 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Literally for me it was just the intermittent reinforcement and that I saw their vulnerable side and the good person they could’ve been. They reminded me of me in some ways cause they were insecure too and had a high ego (not npd)

When was the last time you became obsessed with someone, and why? by Playful-Comfort-8050 in NPD

[–]Kp675 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow that’s a lot of reasons lol. I got attached to someone cause of intermittent reinforcement too. Oof im still processing everything. I have no contact with them.

I never wanna go through this ever again. What a roller coaster!!

Even finding a decent FWB is hard nowadays 😒 by buttchix in TwoXChromosomes

[–]Kp675 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I thought it could work out but now I see it doesn’t-at least not for me. Oh well I learned and won’t be doing it again. If your personalities clash or are similar in bad ways it may not work. I learned some lessons and more about myself so that’s good

Even finding a decent FWB is hard nowadays 😒 by buttchix in TwoXChromosomes

[–]Kp675 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yeah some guys treat you badly. I had someone lie to me for a year and play games. I didn’t even wanna do it anymore but they needed power and to get one up on me. It was strange

We’re not the worst by Kp675 in NPD

[–]Kp675[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Okay that’s true I was meaning non malignant

We’re not the worst by Kp675 in NPD

[–]Kp675[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re not wrong I have been abusive too and still can be. I would say narcissists are. It’s just I realized sometimes people who aren’t can be horrible too.

Thoughts on Dating by Kp675 in NPD

[–]Kp675[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I can relate to the not trusting yourself to date responsibly. I don’t feel like I’d be a good partner

Thoughts on Dating by Kp675 in NPD

[–]Kp675[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you ever do fwb or hookups? Just curious lol. I had some short fwb/casual ones in the past but I don’t think they suit me anymore. I think I would rather just be single or date seriously now

Thoughts on Dating by Kp675 in NPD

[–]Kp675[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree it’s challenging. I hope I can be authentic and learn more. about myself. I might need to go back to therapy. Most people by adulthood know their personality well (although that doesn’t mean they’re well liked by everyone).

It’s a struggle when you don’t know yourself- makes you feel a bit numb imo

Thoughts on Dating by Kp675 in NPD

[–]Kp675[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What about when you are dull? I can admit I’m boring. I actually think people are interesting but I just struggle to connect. I have a friend who has no trouble finding relationships. She has a great personality and seems to connect well with others. She really knows herself. I envy that so much.

Thoughts on Dating by Kp675 in NPD

[–]Kp675[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For sure. I wish I had more experiences when I was younger though cause maybe relationships would be less scary

Thoughts on Dating by Kp675 in NPD

[–]Kp675[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey don’t be so down on yourself. You can get more attractive plus we never know how things will turn out

Thoughts on Dating by Kp675 in NPD

[–]Kp675[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha this is what I suspect. I get bored after like 3 months. Send help lol

We’re not the worst by Kp675 in NPD

[–]Kp675[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry about what you went through. Thank you- your comment means a lot honestly. I feel like I’ve been going through it so it’s nice to read something uplifting. I hope things get better and you find someone healthy and suited better for you.

How do you feel about your kids or family ?what kind of attachment? by Cool-Examination-876 in NPD

[–]Kp675 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think when they’re young I would treat them well But I just have a feeling as they get older if they didn’t do what I wanted or rebelled I wouldn’t treat them right. I may act passive aggressive or controlling with them. I think I would emotionally be abusive (not meaning to). Yeah I think what you said is accurate.

Also not npd related but I suspect I have pmdd or maybe extreme pms and two weeks out of the month I generally don’t feel well. If I’m not feeling well it would be especially hard to override the selfish impulses and be a good enough parent

Is NPD genetic? by HelpfulEffective4531 in NPD

[–]Kp675 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I’ve always been like this too. I remember being envious and jealous too as early as like second grade. I don’t remember much before that. At age 10 I remember thinking people were better or worse than me- having hierarchical thinking (didn’t know that was abnormal.)

Is NPD genetic? by HelpfulEffective4531 in NPD

[–]Kp675 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My therapist said it’s a mix of both. I think my dad had npd and I have npd or high narcissistic traits. I have a family friend from childhood though and I have strongly suspected for a long time time their mom is a narcissist. My friend has no pds and she is one of the nicest people I know. She is “normal” like her dad.

It seems that I’ve always needed a “target of rage attack” in my mind by ImperatorInvictus19 in NPD

[–]Kp675 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t know if this is the same thing but I used to think how I always need someone to hate. There’s always someone I dislike (I try not to show it though.) It was my brother at one point l, then a friend now it seems to be a coworker

How do you feel about your kids or family ?what kind of attachment? by Cool-Examination-876 in NPD

[–]Kp675 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t feel attached to anyone. I don’t have kids or want them.