I’ve been reading a lot about narcissism lately and I’m really curious—why do narcissists cheat in relationships? Is it just about wanting attention from others, or is there something deeper going on psychologically? If anyone has personal experience or knows more about the reasons behind this behavior, I’d love to hear your thoughts.
Hi driftwave, your question is very insightful. Narcissists often cheat not just for attention but because they have underlying issues like a fragile self-esteem, a need for validation, and difficulty empathizing with their partner. Cheating can serve as a way to boost their self-worth or control the narrative in the relationship. It’s also linked to entitlement and a lack of genuine emotional connection. Have you observed this behavior in someone close to you? Understanding these motivations is crucial for recovery or making decisions about the relationship. If you want, I can share strategies to cope or rebuild trust when narcissism is involved.
lol, probably a mix of ego boosts & novelty. they need endless attention for that ever-so fragile self-esteem. kinda wild sometimes, ya know? 
