Don't try to change narcissists from "summary" of Surrounded by Narcissists by Thomas Erikson
Attempting to change a narcissist is like trying to teach a fish to climb a tree. It's simply not going to happen. Narcissists have a fixed mindset and believe that they are perfect just the way they are. They have an inflated sense of self-importance and lack empathy towards others. They are not capable of introspection or self-reflection, which are essential qualities for personal growth and change. Narcissists are masters of manipulation and will do whatever it takes to maintain their false image of perfection. They will gaslight, guilt-trip, and blame others for their own shortcomings. They are experts at shifting the blame away from themselves and onto others. Trying...
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