A wolf in sheep’s clothing.

A narcissist is good at wearing the mask.
They’re good with the public.
They’re usually ’respected’ and praised often.
Behind closed doors is when the mask comes off. Once they get comfortable, the real them shows.

A narcissistic parent:

Withholds love and tries to put out the light so their child will constantly be seeking their approval. But in public, they will praise that child and take credit for their accomplishments so that THEY get the praise and not the child.

The parent will not let the child find their own “style” unless it’s something that makes the parent look good.

They will emotionally neglect the child and belittle their mental health claims. Usually withholding medical care to prevent the child from speaking up about what goes on at home.

When they have more than 1 child, More often than not, they will choose a scapegoat. That one child will always be “the bad kid”, “problem child”, “embarrassment” etc.

When you are their scapegoat, You will never please a narcissistic parent. Nothing will ever be good enough for them.

• AfterTheWolf ♥