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When faced with rejection, narcissists often respond in extreme ways, as they perceive it as a personal attack on their fragile self-image. Instead of accepting the situation, they quickly become defensive, blaming others for their misfortune. In their minds, they can do no wrong, so the fault must lie with someone else. Rejection can trigger intense anger or aggression in narcissists, leading them to lash out. They may seek retaliation or revenge, wanting to “punish” the person who hurt their e

Narcissists thrive on control, admiration, and validation. When these needs aren’t met, their fragile egos are easily threatened, leading to anger, manipulation, or silent retaliation.One major trigger is being told “no.” Narcissists expect compliance and entitlement makes rejection feel like a personal attack. Similarly, when someone proves them wrong, it challenges their inflated self-image, sparking frustration or rage.Being ignored or overlooked is another blow. Narcissists crave attention,