Narcissism Glossary
Endless demands for attention and reaction (narcissistic supply)
⛽ Narcissistic supply is a popular term for the constant demand for attention, praise, compliance, or big emotional reactions. It is not a formal diagnostic term.
Rather than ruling on why, watch whether the words and behavior demanding a reaction keep repeating.
Rather than ruling on why, watch whether the words and behavior demanding a reaction keep repeating.
Often seen in situations like these
🏆 Even small things must be praised, continually.
😭 They bring up their troubles and ask you to drop everything and focus only on them.
😡 When no reaction comes, they escalate the words or stretch the argument out.
😭 They bring up their troubles and ask you to drop everything and focus only on them.
😡 When no reaction comes, they escalate the words or stretch the argument out.
When this happens, try this
💡 Withholding big reactions is a temporary measure that cuts your emotional drain. It's fine to say only what's needed, briefly, and end the conversation.