Narcissistic Manipulation: What 'You're Too Good for Me' Really Means
02/20/25 • 18 min
"When a narcissist says 'You're too good for me,' they’re not showing humility—they're manipulating you."
If you've ever heard this phrase in a relationship with a narcissist, you've experienced a classic narcissistic manipulation tactic. While it may seem like they’re being self-aware, this statement is designed to create emotional confusion and keep you emotionally entangled in the toxic cycle.
Narcissists use phrases like this to create emotional confusion and manipulate your thoughts, making you question your reality and remain trapped in the relationship." These tactics, designed to confuse and control, leave you feeling unsure and vulnerable, questioning why they push you away but expect you to stay.
In this episode, we’ll explore why narcissists use these phrases, what they truly mean, and how their words deeply affect your emotional health. By understanding their tactics, you can take steps to protect yourself from their toxic narcissistic influence and break free from their control.
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"When a narcissist says 'You're too good for me,' they’re not showing humility—they're manipulating you."
If you've ever heard this phrase in a relationship with a narcissist, you've experienced a classic narcissistic manipulation tactic. While it may seem like they’re being self-aware, this statement is designed to create emotional confusion and keep you emotionally entangled in the toxic cycle.
Narcissists use phrases like this to create emotional confusion and manipulate your thoughts, making you question your reality and remain trapped in the relationship." These tactics, designed to confuse and control, leave you feeling unsure and vulnerable, questioning why they push you away but expect you to stay.
In this episode, we’ll explore why narcissists use these phrases, what they truly mean, and how their words deeply affect your emotional health. By understanding their tactics, you can take steps to protect yourself from their toxic narcissistic influence and break free from their control.
If Fake Love has helped you, using this Apple Podcasts link is a simple way to support the show! 🙏
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
Need Support, Extra Resources? Resources and Online Counseling (worldwide) information Here
Order my book Fake Love – Understanding and Healing from Narcissistic Abuse here
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Nova xx
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Fake Love and Flying Monkeys - Narcissistic Manipulation: What 'You're Too Good for Me' Really Means
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Why Narcissists Tell You That You’re Too Good for Them
If you’ve ever been in a relationship with a narcissist, you may have heard them say something like, “You’re too good for me” or “You should go find someone better because I’ll only hurt you.” On the surface, this may seem like humility, as though they’re acknowledging their flaws while praising your worth. But in reality, this is just another manipulative tactic in their arsenal.
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