What does closure mean to a narcissist?

Narcissists have a different idea of what closure means: control. Throughout the relationship, they have sought control and they seek to maintain it when the relationship ends as well. They will do everything in their power to maintain it.

Do narcissists end up alone in relationships?

Do Narcissists End Up Alone? Given that narcissists are prone to ignoring or mistreating their partners, it’s only logical that they would end up alone. Though they’re able to make friends quickly and attract fresh romantic partners, the charm of a narcissist wears off within a few months.

What happens when a narcissist no longer values you?

For example, one day the narcissist may abuse you so harshly and immediately the next day comes back to you showering with love. This mixed emotions phase continues until they take a decision to leave you. Once the narcissist no longer values you, he/she discards you completely putting an end to your relationship.

Can you break up with a narcissist without going no contact?

Closure in a relationship with a a narcissist is challenging regardless of whether we decide to finally go no-contact with them, or they leave abruptly (which is always the way they leave if they decide to do so). There are multiple ways that a “break-up” with a narcissist may occur.

What happens when a narcissist breaks up with you?

Breakups can also occur if the narcissist seeks revenge after a narcissistic injury and discards the partner in a humiliating or cruel manner. Sometimes, during a breakup, a narcissist may even give a faux sort of “closure” that feels open-ended and leaves many unanswered questions and no real resolution.

Can a narcissist cut off contact without a word?

The narcissist may also cut off contact without a word once securing a new source of primary narcissistic supply, after the original partner has fallen off the pedestal. This may happen if partner has begun to see through the cracks in the narcissist’s facade.

What does “closure” mean to you?

Closure is for people who are attached to others and need to “disengage” themselves from the lives of others when relationships are coming to an end. 2. Not providing you with closure makes it harder for you to go and stay no-contact. To us, by definition, “closure” means relationships are ending. To narcissists, exes are fair game forever.