The Empath & the Narcissist. When Feeling Too Much Becomes a Trap
Empaths are wired to feel. Narcissists are wired to be felt.
This imbalance is not accidental, it is the exact magnetic dynamic that often draws empaths into toxic relationships with narcissists. One seeks to heal, understand and love deeply. The other seeks validation, control and power, often at any cost.
Empaths are often deep feelers, peacekeepers, natural listeners, over thinkers, emotional or sponges. These traits, when unguarded, become weapons in the hands of someone who knows how to manipulate kindness into compliance.
If you saw yourself in that list, you’re not alone. Many survivors in this group have spent years feeling responsible for someone else’s moods, chaos or cruelty. You’ve cried when they hurt you and still worried about their feelings. You loved harder when they pulled away. You forgave things that shattered your spirit.
