Hatching a Narcissist – Proof Escape Plan 

Ever met someone who is completely self-centered? They might have come off as arrogant, entitled, or not empathetic to your needs. You’re not alone – almost everyone has come into contact with these types of people, usually described as narcissists, at some point in their lives. It is estimated that 15% to 20% of the population has the personality traits of narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), meaning every 1 of every 6 people. You may have even had to interact closely with a narcissist in your own household, which can be extremely draining and damaging.  

Households headed by a narcissist are plagued by poor communication, control issues, and unhealthy competition amongst family members. Their spouses and children can often experience gaslighting, blame shifting, minimization of their feelings, and even love-bombing that can slowly chip away at their mental health over time. The close family members of narcissists have been known to develop low self esteem, distrust of others, and even substance abuse problems. 

If you are in a similar situation and finally decide to look for the exit, make sure to plan your escape carefully. Move your finances into separate accounts, make a new will, create new contact information, and determine other divisions of property. It’s important to avoid alerting narcissists to your plans, as they will do everything in their power to get their way.