“They’ll do tiny, petty things that technically aren’t abuse but they’re designed to get under your skin.”
Narcissists won’t just be abusive. They’ll do tiny, petty things that technically aren’t abuse but they’re designed to get under your skin. They know exactly what they’re doing. And they know you can’t say anything because what they’re doing isn’t technically abuse. It’s not “bad enough” to call out. It’s not illegal. It’s not obvious. So if you speak up, you risk looking irrational, dramatic, or “overly sensitive.” “Wow, calm down — it’s not a big deal.” “You’re overreacting.” “I didn’t even do anything.” But they know exactly what they’re doing. It’s psychological warfare. These little “nothings” add up — and what they’re really saying is: “I’m in control. I live in your head. You can’t prove it.” And the truth is… anyone who behaves like this is deeply emotionally depraved. That’s a soul so disconnected, it has to feed off someone else’s peace just to feel alive. They’re trying to aggravate you…So laugh it off. Find their desperation to affect you amusing instead. A...