{"id":2784,"date":"2020-03-19T14:14:01","date_gmt":"2020-03-19T14:14:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gator4138.temp.domains\/~seocloud\/website_bd55b9c6\/?p=2784"},"modified":"2024-03-19T00:44:45","modified_gmt":"2024-03-19T00:44:45","slug":"narcissist-energy-vampires","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/","title":{"rendered":"Narcissistic Energy Vampires: What They Are + Protection Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:56.190476190476%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:56.190476190476%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">There are many different types of energy vampires. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">From naggers to critics, emotional sponges, and narcissists &ndash; being an energy vampire definitely isn't one-size-fits-all! <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">One of the most common types of energy vampires in 21st-century life is the narcissist.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">While narcissists are easy to spot, once you're under their spell it can be hard to break free. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Let's look at how you can identify the narcissistic energy vampire in your life, and how to deal with their toxic ways.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 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\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/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-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/#What_is_a_narcissist_energy_vampire\" title=\"What is a narcissist energy vampire?\">What is a narcissist energy vampire?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/#Signs_of_a_Narcissistic_Energy_Vampire\" title=\"Signs of a Narcissistic Energy Vampire\">Signs of a Narcissistic Energy Vampire<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/#Troubleshooting_Narcissistic_Energy_Vampires\" title=\"Troubleshooting Narcissistic Energy Vampires\">Troubleshooting Narcissistic Energy Vampires<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/#5_Signs_of_Being_Affected_by_a_Narcissistic_Energy_Vampire\" title=\"5 Signs of Being Affected by a Narcissistic Energy Vampire\">5 Signs of Being Affected by a Narcissistic Energy Vampire<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/#Sign_1_Your_Interactions_are_not_Mutually_Supportive_or_Caring\" title=\"Sign #1: Your Interactions are not Mutually Supportive or Caring\">Sign #1: Your Interactions are not Mutually Supportive or Caring<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/#Sign_2_Interactions_Seem_Immature_or_Unprofessional\" title=\"Sign #2: Interactions Seem Immature or Unprofessional\">Sign #2: Interactions Seem Immature or Unprofessional<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/#Sign_3_You_Start_Behaving_in_Ways_you_Wouldnt_Normally\" title=\"Sign #3: You Start Behaving in Ways you Wouldn't Normally\">Sign #3: You Start Behaving in Ways you Wouldn't Normally<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/#Sign_4_You_Question_Yourself\" title=\"Sign #4: You Question Yourself\">Sign #4: You Question Yourself<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/#Sign_5_Youre_the_Clean-up_Crew\" title=\"Sign #5: You're the Clean-up Crew\">Sign #5: You're the Clean-up Crew<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/#How_to_Block_Narcissistic_Energy_Vampires_in_5_Steps\" title=\"How to Block Narcissistic Energy Vampires in 5 Steps\">How to Block Narcissistic Energy Vampires in 5 Steps<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/#1_If_it_Seems_too_Good_to_Be_True_it_Probably_is\" title=\"1. If it Seems too Good to Be True it Probably is\">1. If it Seems too Good to Be True it Probably is<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/#2_Remove_your_Rose-tinted_Glasses\" title=\"2. Remove your Rose-tinted Glasses\">2. Remove your Rose-tinted Glasses<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/#3_Know_that_Your_Needs_Will_be_Secondary\" title=\"3. Know that Your Needs Will be Secondary\">3. Know that Your Needs Will be Secondary<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/#4_Only_Set_Boundaries_that_you_Know_you_Can_Keep\" title=\"4. Only Set Boundaries that you Know you Can Keep\">4. Only Set Boundaries that you Know you Can Keep<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/#5_Avoid_Arguments\" title=\"5. Avoid Arguments\">5. Avoid Arguments<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-energy-vampires\/#You_are_Not_What_They_Say_you_Are\" title=\"You are Not What They Say you Are!\">You are Not What They Say you Are!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_narcissist_energy_vampire\"><\/span>What is a narcissist energy vampire?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">An energy vampire is an individual who thrives off of draining others of their positive energy. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">A narcissist is an individual who can be described as self-obsessed, grandiose, and egotistical. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Combine the two terms and you have a person who truly believes that they're better than you, and will work hard to make sure that you know it!<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Signs_of_a_Narcissistic_Energy_Vampire\"><\/span>Signs of a Narcissistic Energy Vampire<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The following signs and traits can be used to identify a narcissistic energy vampire in your life.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-list eplus-styles-uid-50f82e\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>They're a Bad Sport:<\/strong> While we can all be a sore loser, narcissists can be a sore winner too. When they lose they will act out, and when they win they will tease and goad the losing party.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>They Feel They're Under-appreciated:<\/strong> As narcissists view themselves as better than everyone else, they expect to be praised and adored. When this doesn't happen they'll feel like others aren't appreciating their majesty.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>They're Hyper-defensive:<\/strong> Anything which would demean or undermine the narcissist simply cannot be tolerated, and they'll react to even the slightest criticism.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>No One is Smarter Than Them:<\/strong> Narcissistic energy vampires truly believe they're the brightest mind in the room and everyone else is stupid by comparison.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Over Aggressive Language:<\/strong> Narcissists tend to use aggressive or hyper-masculine language to assert their dominance over others.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Superiority Complex:<\/strong> There's no such thing as an inferior narcissist!<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Their Actions are Always Justified:<\/strong> A narcissist will rarely apologize for upsetting others because they deem their actions as justified.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Bossy:<\/strong> Narcissists love to be in charge, and will show leadership through bossiness.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Young Successful Males:<\/strong> Are more likely to be narcissists but this isn't always the case.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Obsession with Appearance:<\/strong> Many narcissists think they're beyond gorgeous. This can often be seen in Instagram &lsquo;models'.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Speaking Over Listening:<\/strong> Narcissistic energy vampires are never seen and not heard!<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Serial Romantic:<\/strong> Narcissists fall easily in and out of love, and maybe <a href=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/narcissist-cheating-signs\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"44055\" data-lasso-id=\"1030183\">more inclined to cheat<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Put Others Down:<\/strong> The chief way in which a narcissist can make themselves feel superior is by putting others down.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Clique:<\/strong> Narcissists will often operate as part of a clique. This group will likely be a collection of others that are visually attractive or socially powerful.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>Control Freak:<\/strong> A narcissist that isn't in control is likely to display ugly behavior.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Troubleshooting_Narcissistic_Energy_Vampires\"><\/span>Troubleshooting Narcissistic Energy Vampires<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">If you're still not sure whether you're being affected by a narcissistic energy vampire, then use the following questions to troubleshoot.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<ul class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-list eplus-styles-uid-9e1816\">\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Do they act as if the world revolves around them?<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Do conversations always lead back to them?<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Are they hyper-defensive when criticized?<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Do they put you down, especially around others?<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Do they leave you feeling tired or drained?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Answering yes to at least two of these questions can be a strong indicator that the person may be a narcissistic energy vampire.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Signs_of_Being_Affected_by_a_Narcissistic_Energy_Vampire\"><\/span>5 Signs of Being Affected by a Narcissistic Energy Vampire<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter eplus-wrapper\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Signs-of-Being-Affected-by-a-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampire.jpg\" alt=\"Narcissistic Energy Vampires\" class=\"wp-image-2803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Signs-of-Being-Affected-by-a-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampire.jpg 840w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Signs-of-Being-Affected-by-a-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampire-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Signs-of-Being-Affected-by-a-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampire-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Signs-of-Being-Affected-by-a-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampire-595xh.jpg 595w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Signs-of-Being-Affected-by-a-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampire-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20840%20472'%3E%3Crect%20width='840'%20height='472'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"Narcissistic Energy Vampires\" class=\"wp-image-2803 eager-load\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Signs-of-Being-Affected-by-a-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampire.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Signs-of-Being-Affected-by-a-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampire.jpg.webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Signs-of-Being-Affected-by-a-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampire.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Signs-of-Being-Affected-by-a-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampire-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Signs-of-Being-Affected-by-a-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampire-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Signs-of-Being-Affected-by-a-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampire-595xh.jpg.webp 595w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Signs-of-Being-Affected-by-a-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampire-585x329.jpg.webp 585w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">There are some clear signs that you're being targeted by a narcissistic energy vampire. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Through familiarizing yourself with these signs you can recognize the situation early, and prevent yourself from being ensnared by the narcissist, and can take steps to protect yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sign_1_Your_Interactions_are_not_Mutually_Supportive_or_Caring\"><\/span>Sign #1: Your Interactions are not Mutually Supportive or Caring<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Narcissistic energy vampires care only for themselves. Therefore you'll find that they only interact with you when they need something, and when you try to ask for aid they appear aloof or attempt to brush you off. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">They may also be rude or belittling towards you for not knowing how to do it yourself. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Overall you'll likely leave the interaction feeling stupid for even asking.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sign_2_Interactions_Seem_Immature_or_Unprofessional\"><\/span>Sign #2: Interactions Seem Immature or Unprofessional<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Narcissistic energy vampires can be immature and use playground tactics to make themselves feel better &ndash; of course, at your expense. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">They may get upset or act churlish towards you when you give even the most minor of critics. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">You may find yourself avoiding talking about certain things, or suggesting corrections to them to avoid the behavior that comes with giving your advice.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sign_3_You_Start_Behaving_in_Ways_you_Wouldnt_Normally\"><\/span>Sign #3: You Start Behaving in Ways you Wouldn't Normally<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">When targeted by a narcissistic energy vampire, you'll likely start to notice differences between how you interact with said person and other individuals. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">You may tread on eggshells with the narcissist, but are happy to provide a fair and honest critique to others. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">You may notice your stress or anger levels increase post-interaction with the narcissist whereas interactions with others leave you feeling positive and uplifted.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sign_4_You_Question_Yourself\"><\/span>Sign #4: You Question Yourself<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Long-term exposure to a narcissistic energy vampire may leave you doubting and questioning yourself. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Are you ugly? Have you gained weight? Are you rude to others? Are you overcritical? <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">These thoughts and others will likely go around and around in your head and are down to the influence of the narcissist. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">This happens because each time they belittle you and put you down, they chip away at your self-esteem until you start to absorb what they say as gospel truth.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sign_5_Youre_the_Clean-up_Crew\"><\/span>Sign #5: You're the Clean-up Crew<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Narcissists don't feel bad about their actions as they always seem themselves as justified and above reproach. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">As a normal conscientious being, however, you'll likely feel a sense of mortification when your narcissist friend, colleague, or partner, systematically offends and belittles people. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">You might find yourself apologizing on their behalf, or even dealing with the fallout of arguments which have happened as a direct result of the narcissists' actions, and not your own.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Block_Narcissistic_Energy_Vampires_in_5_Steps\"><\/span>How to Block Narcissistic Energy Vampires in 5 Steps<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image \">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter eplus-wrapper\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Block-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampires.jpg\" alt=\"Blocking narcissistic energy campires\" class=\"wp-image-2805\" srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Block-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampires.jpg 840w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Block-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampires-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Block-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampires-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Block-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampires-595xh.jpg 595w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Block-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampires-585x329.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"472\" src=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Block-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampires.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Blocking narcissistic energy campires\" class=\"wp-image-2805 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Block-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampires.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Block-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampires-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Block-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampires-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Block-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampires-595xh.jpg.webp 595w, https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Block-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampires-585x329.jpg.webp 585w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 24px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/subconsciousservant.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Block-Narcissistic-Energy-Vampires.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_If_it_Seems_too_Good_to_Be_True_it_Probably_is\"><\/span><strong>1. If it Seems too Good to Be True it Probably is<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Put simply, don't fall for the narcissist charming fantasy. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">They'll likely boast about their wealth, life opportunities, or prowess, but it is important to remember this is all a front. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Nobody is perfect, but a narcissist will try to present the illusion that they are.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Remove_your_Rose-tinted_Glasses\"><\/span><strong>2. Remove your Rose-tinted Glasses<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Narcissists can very charismatic, so don't be too hard on yourself if you're drawn in for a short time. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">However, take a step back and view people on what they do, not what they say. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Narcissists are often all hot air, and their actual productivity or achievements are quite low &ndash; they're just the masters of making it seem like they've done more than everyone else. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">You should also keep your eye on how the narcissistic energy vampire treats others. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Not only should you try to help them escape their clutches, but also look out for the signs that the narcissist is turning their attention to you.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Know_that_Your_Needs_Will_be_Secondary\"><\/span><strong>3. Know that Your Needs Will be Secondary<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">A narcissist will only fulfill your needs if it benefits them and often times will ignore them or even belittle them. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Be prepared for this, and understand that when it happens it isn't because your less than them or unworthy. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Instead, it is a failing on the part of the energy vampire.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Only_Set_Boundaries_that_you_Know_you_Can_Keep\"><\/span><strong>4. Only Set Boundaries that you Know you Can Keep<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The determined narcissistic energy vampire will look for any chink in your armor that allows them in. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Assertiveness is the number one way to fight back against an energy vampire, as they tend to look for easy prey (because they're all about preserving their own energy). <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">However, if you set boundaries only to renege on them after a few days, or alter them at the narcissists' request, you're handing the power straight back to them and giving them the control that they crave.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Avoid_Arguments\"><\/span><strong>5. Avoid Arguments<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">As they often emit dominant or aggressive energy, you should avoid arguing with a narcissist where possible. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">A narcissist is usually all too happy to escalate the situation and won't stop on account of your feelings. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Aside from this, as they view themselves as always right, they're unlikely to listen to what you are saying anyway, making the argument null and void. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Instead, you need to take a much more subtle approach and play them at their own game.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"You_are_Not_What_They_Say_you_Are\"><\/span>You are Not What They Say you Are!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Above everything else discussed in this article, the most important thing to remember when dealing with a narcissist energy vampire is that you're not what they say you are. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">A narcissist will assert that you are worth less than they are and will aim to knock you down by belittling or insulting your looks, social status, good nature, interests &ndash; anything that they can get their claws into.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\" eplus-wrapper\"><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">When faced with this negative energy, your number one weapon is to hold your head high and brush off their cruel words, because, at the end of the day, you're worth so much more than their negativity.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are many different types of energy vampires. 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