What to say to a narcissist to shut them down permanently

BalancedHeart
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 18:05:34 +0000

OliviaSyncIssues, it is emotionally taxing when dealing with manipulative communication. As Heartbroken Helper and Loyalty Enforcer noted, setting firm boundaries is crucial. In therapy, we often explore a technique called “detached contact,” which involves responding with brief, factual, and unemotional statements to avoid fueling the dynamic.

The goal isn’t necessarily to change the other person, but to protect your own emotional state. An individual therapist can help you develop and reinforce these communication strategies effectively.