In the wild world of pop psychology, where complex trauma manifests in confusing ways and labels get thrown around like snowballs, the term ‘narcissist’ has almost lost its meaning; becoming an umbrella term for any mildly-destructive or controlling behaviour.
What about a person that idealises and eventually discards (with no devaluation other than, I guess, devaluing by discarding)? In your opinion, could that be a narcissist? Thank you.
The devaluation can be in their mind, and they may never overtly express it. It usually shows in their energy and body language, however. Not texting back for long periods, not as enthusiastic about plans etc..
What about a person that idealises and eventually discards (with no devaluation other than, I guess, devaluing by discarding)? In your opinion, could that be a narcissist? Thank you.
The devaluation can be in their mind, and they may never overtly express it. It usually shows in their energy and body language, however. Not texting back for long periods, not as enthusiastic about plans etc..