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HOW THE NARCISSIST PROJECTS THEIR ANGER ONTO THE NEW SUPPLY AFTER LOSING YOU
By: Khalif Barkhadle,
Digital Journalist
Published On: 16th February 2025
Today, we’re diving deep into the post-relationship behavior of narcissists. It’s critical to understand the dynamics that unfold when your relationship with a narcissist ends—whether it’s because you were discarded, reverse discarded, or you made the decision to break free. No matter the circumstances, knowing what’s going on beneath the surface is essential.
When the relationship crumbles, the narcissist quickly seeks out a new supply. At first glance, they seem overjoyed, almost giddy with their fresh partner. They beam with excitement, perhaps basking in the initial thrill of the new connection. But here’s the catch: in their warped reality, you fade into oblivion as though you were never even a part of their life. However, don’t be fooled— that joy is fleeting. If you were the one to cut ties, they might initially chase after you, trying to reclaim your attention. But eventually, the narcissist’s need for constant validation through a new source of supply becomes undeniable. Their emotional survival depends on it; without fresh admiration, they wither.
When they latch onto this new person, a surge of excitement floods their senses. They pedestalize the new supply, viewing them through rose-colored glasses, convinced they’ve found something or someone even better than what they had with you. This infatuation, though, is rarely enduring. Quickly, the…