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Do you think a narcissist will seek out a partner who has depended tendencies?

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Baconandbrietoastie · 26/05/2025 12:27

Do you think that they look for partners who have a dependent nature? If you need something from someone then you are more likely to let things go so that you don’t loose what you depend on. Or do they just create dependency, like get your pregnant etc?

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stupidstupidstupidgirl · 26/05/2025 12:29

In my experience they tend to go for strong independents and slowly wear them down over time.

The stronger the better then the narcissist will have a greater sense of accomplishment.

edited for a typo

NamechangeJunebaby · 26/05/2025 17:56

I think @stupidstupidstupidgirl has a good point but I also think it depends on the type of narcissist. I think some do seek out vulnerable people for an instant hit.

I also think that the narc term is thrown about too often when sometimes people are just see you next Tuesdays. The ones that do exist are really toxic and if you’ve ever come across one then they turn your life to shit, and if this has been your situation then 1. You’re stronger than you know, and 2. Run, fast, and don’t look back.

BeNiceWhenItsFinished · 26/05/2025 18:00

I would have thought they'd go for people pleasers. Someone they can dominate easily. Or maybe that isn't enough of a challenge, I don't know.

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