YOU ASKED:
Why does a narcissist stay in a long-term relationship if they don’t love you?
WE ANSWERED:
First, let’s define what a narcissist is for those who may not know. A narcissist is someone with an inflated sense of self-importance, a deep need for admiration, and little to no empathy for others. They often see relationships as a way to meet their needs, not as a partnership built on love and respect.
So why would a narcissist stay in a long-term relationship without loving you? Simple, love was never the reason they stayed. They remain for control, convenience, and access to what we call narcissistic supply, your attention, your resources, and your compliance.
It’s not about your value; it’s about their need to keep you as a source. The truth is, their staying doesn’t mean you’re cherished, it means you’re being used.
The better question isn’t “Why are they staying?”—it’s “Why are you?”
NEXT WEEK: Is it safe to assume a narcissist treats everyone the same in a relationship? Would my narcissistic ex eventually treat his new girlfriend better than he treated me?
