Narcissism Glossary
Anger shown through sarcasm and non-cooperation (passive-aggression)
😑 Expressing anger or grievance not directly but sideways — sarcasm, quiet non-cooperation, dragging of feet. One scene doesn't settle what's inside; watch whether the behavior continues after the problem is named.
When the mouth says "it's fine" while the behavior applies pressure, the other person exhausts themselves guessing the reason.
When the mouth says "it's fine" while the behavior applies pressure, the other person exhausts themselves guessing the reason.
Often seen in situations like these
⏳ Chronically late, and naming it brings no apology and no adjustment.
😒 The compliments arrive laced with sarcasm. (e.g., "Wow, even someone like you pulled this off — impressive!")
🤫 The grievance goes unspoken while contact and cooperation quietly stop — waiting for you to notice first.
😒 The compliments arrive laced with sarcasm. (e.g., "Wow, even someone like you pulled this off — impressive!")
🤫 The grievance goes unspoken while contact and cooperation quietly stop — waiting for you to notice first.
When this happens, try this
💡 You're allowed to name the sarcasm or the repeated non-cooperation specifically and ask for directness. (e.g., "That sounds sarcastic. If something's bothering you, would you tell me directly?")