Have you ever noticed how the narcissist in your life seems to get annoyed—or even angry—when you’re finally doing well? When you’re smiling, thriving, feeling peaceful... they suddenly go cold, start a fight, or make a snarky comment that sucks the joy right out of the room?
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In this episode of Fake Love and Flying Monkeys, we unpack the painful truth behind why narcissists hate when you’re happy.
Narcissists feel deeply threatened by your confidence, independence, and emotional growth—because it reminds them of what they’re lacking and what they can’t control. Your happiness represents your freedom, and freedom means they’re losing power.
We explore:
Why narcissists are triggered by your good mood, laughter, and lightness
How they subtly (or not-so-subtly) sabotage your joy
The emotional manipulation tactics they use to steal your peace
Why they downplay your wins or guilt-trip you for having fun
The connection between your happiness and their loss of control
What it really means when they pick a fight right before you leave for an event
Why your joy makes you a “threat” in the eyes of a narcissist
If you’ve ever felt confused about why someone would punish you for being okay, this episode offers clarity, validation, and insight into one of the most emotionally draining patterns in narcissistic abuse.
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