{"id":2984,"date":"2023-08-25T23:34:18","date_gmt":"2023-08-25T23:34:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/?p=2984"},"modified":"2023-08-25T23:34:18","modified_gmt":"2023-08-25T23:34:18","slug":"what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/","title":{"rendered":"What You Can Expect When The Narcissist Loses Narcissistic Supply"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_55 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label 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id=\"item-670071dec3c01\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#What_You_Can_Expect_When_The_Narcissist_Loses_Narcissistic_Supply\" title=\"What You Can Expect When The Narcissist Loses Narcissistic Supply\">What You Can Expect When The Narcissist Loses Narcissistic Supply<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Introduction\" title=\"Introduction\">Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Idealization_Phase\" title=\"Idealization Phase\">Idealization Phase<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Love_Bombing\" title=\"Love Bombing\">Love Bombing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Mirroring\" title=\"Mirroring\">Mirroring<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Recap\" title=\"Recap\">Recap<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Devaluation_Phase\" title=\"Devaluation Phase\">Devaluation Phase<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Indifference\" title=\"Indifference\">Indifference<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Belittling\" title=\"Belittling\">Belittling<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Withholding_Affection\" title=\"Withholding Affection\">Withholding Affection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Gaslighting\" title=\"Gaslighting\">Gaslighting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Recap-2\" title=\"Recap\">Recap<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Narcissistic_Injury\" title=\"Narcissistic Injury\">Narcissistic Injury<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Rage_Attacks\" title=\"Rage Attacks\">Rage Attacks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Withdrawal\" title=\"Withdrawal\">Withdrawal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Smear_Campaigns\" title=\"Smear Campaigns\">Smear Campaigns<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Victim_Mentality\" title=\"Victim Mentality\">Victim Mentality<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Recap-3\" title=\"Recap\">Recap<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#When_Narcissistic_Supply_Runs_Out\" title=\"When Narcissistic Supply Runs Out\">When Narcissistic Supply Runs Out<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Love_Bombing_Resurgence\" title=\"Love Bombing Resurgence\">Love Bombing Resurgence<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#New_Relationships\" title=\"New Relationships\">New Relationships<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Risky_Behavior\" title=\"Risky Behavior\">Risky Behavior<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Delusions_of_Grandeur\" title=\"Delusions of Grandeur\">Delusions of Grandeur<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Recap-4\" title=\"Recap\">Recap<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#How_do_narcissists_react_to_no_contact\" title=\"How do narcissists react to no contact?\">How do narcissists react to no contact?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#What_happens_when_you_stop_feeding_a_narcissist%E2%80%99s_ego\" title=\"What happens when you stop feeding a narcissist&#8217;s ego?\">What happens when you stop feeding a narcissist&#8217;s ego?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Do_narcissists_forget_about_you\" title=\"Do narcissists forget about you?\">Do narcissists forget about you?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Can_a_narcissist_change_for_new_supply\" title=\"Can a narcissist change for new supply?\">Can a narcissist change for new supply?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#What_happens_if_you_reject_a_narcissist\" title=\"What happens if you reject a narcissist?\">What happens if you reject a narcissist?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Do_narcissists_move_on_quickly\" title=\"Do narcissists move on quickly?\">Do narcissists move on quickly?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#How_do_narcissists_suffer\" title=\"How do narcissists suffer?\">How do narcissists suffer?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Why_you_should_never_feel_sorry_for_a_narcissist\" title=\"Why you should never feel sorry for a narcissist?\">Why you should never feel sorry for a narcissist?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/what-you-can-expect-when-the-narcissist-loses-narcissistic-supply\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_You_Can_Expect_When_The_Narcissist_Loses_Narcissistic_Supply\"><\/span>What You Can Expect When The Narcissist Loses Narcissistic Supply<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span>Introduction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by a persistent need for admiration and lack of empathy. Narcissists have an excessive sense of self-importance and require constant praise and attention, known as &#8220;narcissistic supply,&#8221; to regulate their self-esteem. When their fragile ego is threatened by loss of status, relationships, or respect, narcissists can become enraged and vindictive. Understanding how narcissists react to <a href=\"https:\/\/thyselftherapy.com\/narcissistic-personality-disorder\/unveil-the-unseen-aftermath-when-a-narcissist-loses-their-supply\/\" title=\"Unveil the unseen aftermath when a narcissist loses their supply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">losing their narcissistic supply<\/a> can help you prepare for their potential retaliation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Idealization_Phase\"><\/span>Idealization Phase<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In the early stages of relationships, narcissists use charm, flattery, and gifts to make their target feel special. They present an image of perfection and create an illusion of unconditional love to secure narcissistic supply sources. Examples of idealization behaviors include:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Love_Bombing\"><\/span>Love Bombing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Excessive praise, adoration, and gestures of commitment very early in dating. For instance, proposing marriage after only a few weeks. This hooks the target emotionally.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mirroring\"><\/span>Mirroring<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Mimicking the target&#8217;s interests, values, and goals to feign compatibility. The narcissist shapes themselves into the &#8220;perfect partner.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>This idealization convinces the target the relationship is soulmate love, blinding them to red flags. The narcissist believes they &#8220;deserve&#8221; endless admiration.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recap\"><\/span>Recap<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>During idealization, narcissists construct a fantasy world to ensure abundant narcissistic supply. False persona, future faking, love bombing, and mirroring lock in commitment and attention.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Devaluation_Phase\"><\/span>Devaluation Phase<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Once narcissistic supply is secured, the narcissist&#8217;s mask slips. They begin devaluing and taking for granted those who previously idealized them. Signs include:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indifference\"><\/span>Indifference<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The narcissist withdraws emotionally and grows cold, critical, and uninterested in bonding. Their target&#8217;s feelings no longer matter.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Belittling\"><\/span>Belittling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Making subtle digs or outright insults to erode the target&#8217;s self-worth. Triangulating relationships to induce jealousy.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Withholding_Affection\"><\/span>Withholding Affection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Using the silent treatment or refusing affection to manipulate the target into staying in line. Punishment for disobedience.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gaslighting\"><\/span>Gaslighting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Distorting reality to confuse the target about what is real. Making them question their own sanity and memories.<\/p>\n<p>The devaluation phase reveals the narcissist&#8217;s true colors once the relationship is secured. The target struggles to win back the idealization.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recap-2\"><\/span>Recap<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The narcissist devalues and discards previous sources of supply while seeking new sources to boost their ego. This cycle repeats as narcissistic supply is obtained, then destroyed.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Narcissistic_Injury\"><\/span>Narcissistic Injury<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When the narcissist faces an irreparable loss of supply, such as divorce or job loss, their fragile ego suffers a major blow. They experience what is known as a &#8220;narcissistic injury.&#8221; Reactions may include:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rage_Attacks\"><\/span>Rage Attacks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Explosive anger, threats, aggression and\/or physical violence to retaliate against the source of injury. Verbal abuse is common.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Withdrawal\"><\/span>Withdrawal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Sulking, refusing to engage, isolation, and stonewalling. May give silent treatment for long periods, shutting partner out.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Smear_Campaigns\"><\/span>Smear Campaigns<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Spreading malicious gossip, lies, and exaggerations to destroy the reputation of the target. Turning others against them.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Victim_Mentality\"><\/span>Victim Mentality<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Portraying themselves as the victim by exaggerating harm done to them and blaming others. Eliciting sympathy and support.<\/p>\n<p>The vindictive behaviors stem from their damaged ego and desire to reestablish control. Their sense of superiority must be restored.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recap-3\"><\/span>Recap<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To the narcissist, relationships are transactions. When supply is lost, their reaction is similar to a drug addict&#8217;s rage when access to substances is cut off.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Narcissistic_Supply_Runs_Out\"><\/span>When Narcissistic Supply Runs Out<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As narcissistic supply dwindles, the narcissist becomes desperate to obtain it from other sources. Their false mask crumbles and their tactics escalate. Things to expect include:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Love_Bombing_Resurgence\"><\/span>Love Bombing Resurgence<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Efforts to &#8220;hoover&#8221; the target back in with excessive affection, flattery, gifts and promises. Lies about changing their ways.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"New_Relationships\"><\/span>New Relationships<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Quickly jumping into new relationships, affairs, and friendships to secure admiration. No mourning period for past losses.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Risky_Behavior\"><\/span>Risky Behavior<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Thrill-seeking, impulsivity, substance abuse, inappropriate sexual behavior. Living on the edge to boost ego.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Delusions_of_Grandeur\"><\/span>Delusions of Grandeur<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Claiming extraordinary talent, insights, and achievements. Posturing as an authority figure deserving of praise.<\/p>\n<p>The narcissist will go to extreme lengths to prove their superiority and obtain supply, since it is their lifeline. They fear being insignificant.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recap-4\"><\/span>Recap<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When supply diminishes, the narcissist desperately seeks new sources while exhibiting riskier behaviors driven by ego preservation. The cycle is endless.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_narcissists_react_to_no_contact\"><\/span>How do narcissists react to no contact?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Narcissists often respond to no contact with rage, threats about smear campaigns, hoovering attempts, or silence\/withdrawal. Some may immediately replace you without mourning the loss.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_when_you_stop_feeding_a_narcissist%E2%80%99s_ego\"><\/span>What happens when you stop feeding a narcissist&#8217;s ego?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When you stop feeding a narcissist&#8217;s ego, they frequently react with devaluation, manipulation, bullying, and other tactics to force you to keep supplying validation.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_narcissists_forget_about_you\"><\/span>Do narcissists forget about you?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Narcissists see people as objects, so they can appear to forget about you quickly after discarding you. However, if they need supply in the future, they may suddenly hoover you back in.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_a_narcissist_change_for_new_supply\"><\/span>Can a narcissist change for new supply?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Narcissists are very consistent in their patterns across relationships. They may idealize new supply, but will eventually devalue them too. Real change is rare without intensive therapy.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_you_reject_a_narcissist\"><\/span>What happens if you reject a narcissist?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Rejecting a narcissist inflicts a narcissistic injury. They may retaliate with rage, insults, manipulation, gaslighting, smear campaigns, and triangulation. Some may discard you first.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_narcissists_move_on_quickly\"><\/span>Do narcissists move on quickly?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Narcissists tend to move on quickly as former partners were only sources of narcissistic supply. They do not genuinely mourn or heal before pursuing new supply sources.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_narcissists_suffer\"><\/span>How do narcissists suffer?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Narcissists suffer narcissistic injuries when rejected, resulting in blows to their fragile self-esteem. Without professional help, they remain trapped in endless cycles of seeking supply to soothe their inner pain.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_you_should_never_feel_sorry_for_a_narcissist\"><\/span>Why you should never feel sorry for a narcissist?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Narcissists play the victim, but have little empathy for others. Pity enables their behaviors. Focus on self-care and set firm boundaries rather than getting caught up in their drama.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In summary, understanding the dynamics around narcissistic supply gives insight into why narcissists engage in certain behaviors, especially when their ego is threatened. Recognizing patterns like love bombing, devaluation cycles, and vindictive responses to rejection can help you make sense of their actions. While narcissists are master manipulators, awareness of their games protects you from buying into false narratives. With this knowledge, you can prioritize healing and disengage from their drama and lies. Detachment starves them of supply while renewing your own self-worth.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What You Can Expect When The Narcissist Loses Narcissistic Supply Introduction Narcissistic personality disorder is characterized by a persistent need for admiration and lack of empathy. Narcissists have an excessive sense of self-importance and require constant praise and attention, known as &#8220;narcissistic supply,&#8221; to regulate their self-esteem. 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