Eight Ways To Deal With The Manipulative Tactics Of A Narcissistic Woman

Nine days ago, I talked about the traits of a narcissistic woman. Narcissistic women are very difficult to deal with, they can compromise a man’s mental health. It is essential for every man to develop strategies that he can apply to safeguard himself from the antics of a narcissistic woman and sustain his mental health. Here are the key strategies that can assist men to deal with the antics of a narcissistic woman:

Identify The Manipulation
Getting broad knowledge of the manipulative tactics of a narcissistic woman is crucial in helping one to deal with her. This comes from getting full grasp of the fact that you are being manipulated by her and also knowing the tactics that she is using on you. Being able to understand the manipulative tactics of a narcissistic woman, you can stand your ground and tell her off that you know what she is doing, and you are not longer going to be her puppet. Be assertive and trust your opinions when dealing with her can help to check her excesses.

Set Boundaries
When engaging a narcissistic woman, be very direct with her. Establish and set clear boundaries with her. Narcissistic women don’t like to respect boundaries, they also love to gaslight their target after flouting his boundaries. Don’t allow her to walk all over you with her manipulative tactics, call her out instantly whenever you realise that she has crossed your boundaries.

Minimise Contact
Communicate with a narcissistic woman only when it is necessary to do so. Shut all doors of communication with a narcissistic woman after breaking up with her especially if the both of you don’t have kids together. Block her on all social media platforms and her lines. If you have kids with her, limit your communication with her strictly on issues regarding the welfare of the kids. You will be putting priority on your mental health if you shut communication with her.

Avoid Power Struggle
Narcissistic women love to exercise their dominance by starting arguments with their lover. Try as much as possible to avoid confrontation with a narcissistic woman. Don’t give her the opportunity to project her dominance over you by starting unnecessary arguments with her. If she tries to trigger you, walk away from her. If she tries to get you to react to her inflammatory comment, try as much as possible to change the topic.

Practice Self-Care
When dealing with a narcissistic woman, you need to invest in your emotional bank and self care. Take charge of your life and mental health. Participate in hobbies that elevate your happiness, go to the gym, bond with positive minded people, take out time to visit recreational places, attend concerts, go to cinema and enjoy life to the fullest. Focus on things or activities that can boost your self worth.

Apply The “Gray Rock” Technique
The gray rock technique refers to the act of being emotionally unresponsive to a narcissistic woman when she is displaying her madness. Starve her of attention by ignoring her show of shame. If you must engage her, make use of short replies such as “Nope”, “Yes”, “Maybe” etc. The utilisation of gray rock technique will discourage her from manipulating you due to your lack of interest in whatever she is trying to say.

Don’t Take Her Attitude Personally
Don’t allow the manipulative tactics of a narcissistic woman to get to you. A narcissistic woman usually projects deep-seated insecurities by making you feel less of yourself through strong criticism. It is important that you brush aside her bashing or shaming tactics for sake of your mental health. For instance, a narcissistic woman will place a financial demand on you, and when you turn her down, she will call you broke. That is the stock in trade of narcissists. They undermine their target making making demeaning statements that reduce his self worth.

Seek Support
Another way of getting over the manipulative tactics of a narcissistic woman is to seek the support of your family and friends. Having a support system that compromises of your family and friends can help you to deal with her. Don’t be shy to tell them everything that you are passing through. Their offer of logical helps, objective advices and emotional support could be what you need to deal with the challenging situation.
Try and seek professional help. Schedule appointment with a therapist and pour out your feelings to them. That can go a long way to helping you to deal with your issue.

Conclusion

If you put these eight methods to practice, you are going to develop immunity to the manipulative tactics of a narcissistic woman. You will be happy to live a happy life and maintain your mental health.