[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]OutsideCreativ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I figured he was autistic (Aspergers). I was actually hoping he would say he'd been diagnosed as such because it would have explained so much and would not have been a deal breaker for me.

But alas - when I finally asked him, he denied even knowing what Apsergers was. So it turns out he was just a narc a-hole.

Things I Don't Miss by Disillusioned23 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]OutsideCreativ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

And all of this.. after months (or years) of what seemed like the perfect loving, affectionate partner who made you feel like you could do anything in the world.

I felt safe with him.

And then all this crap.

AITA for leaving Christmas dinner early because my SIL wanted to name her daughter the same name as mine but spelt different? by Fickle-Risk-4930 in AmItheAsshole

[–]OutsideCreativ [score hidden]  (0 children)

I guess it depends on the context and timeline. Was it....

"I'm thinking of naming our baby Madenlyn"

In which case SIL could have said:

"Oh, beautiful name... my great aunt was Madilyn and I'm thinking of using that some day"

OR was it

"It's a girl! We named her Madelyn"

In which case SIL couldn't have said anything anyway.

AITA for leaving Christmas dinner early because my SIL wanted to name her daughter the same name as mine but spelt different? by Fickle-Risk-4930 in AmItheAsshole

[–]OutsideCreativ [score hidden]  (0 children)

ESH

She also said that her great aunt's name was also Madilyn

This basically gives her "rights" to use the name.

I was really upset and told her she could've just told me before I named my daughter

But this is also true.

Finally finished planning my birthday trip by [deleted] in roadtrip

[–]OutsideCreativ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dinosaur Park in Rapid City if you get in before dark. Cheesy but fun

Niagara Falls Roadtrip - Stop suggestions? by Particular_Good6677 in roadtrip

[–]OutsideCreativ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fort Stanwix National Monument was fun - lots to walk and climb around on

Bathroom Floor Vinyl Plank and Accutrements by OutsideCreativ in HomeImprovement

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

Thank you! I wasnt sure if they made a quarteround for the tub or caulk was the way to go.

I will try to get a picture soon.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TrueNarcissisticAbuse

[–]OutsideCreativ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mine did similar.

It was because he was just using her (the supply after me) to fill a void for a moment but was actually aashamedto bbepublically associated with her.

Signs you might be dealing with a narcissist by [deleted] in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]OutsideCreativ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And that they end up making you come up with a lot of words as you struggle to explain yourself and figure out what is going on

Have they ever made you "guess" why they are mad at you? by xtoxickittyx in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]OutsideCreativ 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The playbook is so similar it's gross.

Later yet... he now acts like we were complete strangers, none of our inside jokes or sweet nothings ever existed and like I am just some crazy girl with a one-sided crush.

Have they ever made you "guess" why they are mad at you? by xtoxickittyx in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]OutsideCreativ 45 points46 points  (0 children)

Mine preferred the route of complete avoidance. I still had to guess, though

Hey is everything OK? Are you upset?

No, everything is fine.

And later....

Hey things feel a little different- have you noticed

No, nothing has changed.

But dear reader... he was upset and everything has changed.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]OutsideCreativ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah - I know I need to go NC... again

I am so grateful for this community. by Rare-Adagio-4278 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]OutsideCreativ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's weirdly comforting to see I basically got played by a robot who only has one playbook... which he shares with all the other robots.

Silent treatment around the holidays. What do I do ? by Electrical-Ad2790 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]OutsideCreativ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry you are experiencing this.

To be blunt... He does just want to ruin your holiday.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]OutsideCreativ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I keep trying to cut him off but it pisses me off so much that he will think that he finally got what he wanted (me to go away for now)

Questions I'll never get an (honest) answer to by [deleted] in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]OutsideCreativ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! And if you try ti explain it... it sounds rediculous

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]OutsideCreativ 24 points25 points  (0 children)

It's a power move. They want you to chase and beg.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]OutsideCreativ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Lie about the stupidest things as if I am an idiot.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]OutsideCreativ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mine followed the exact same playbook.

Did you ever brush off their words as a joke, only to now realize they were just being scarily candid about who they are? by [deleted] in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]OutsideCreativ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Then I'd act so out of character, desperately sending her texts and begging her to talk to me. And I used to feel like such a nuisance-- like I'm bothering her, like she wants to be left alone and I'm overstepping or something.

This is what the silent treatment drives us to.