At first glance, it might seem contradictory—how can a narcissist, often characterized by self-centeredness and a lack of empathy ... a narcissist begins a new relationship, they might shower ...

"abusive behavior is often the result of an inability to regulate one's nervous system, unhealed trauma from the past, and a lack of education about how to maintain a healthy relationship." ...

Micromanipulation is a subtle form of emotional abuse that narcissists use in ... such as an exaggerated sense of self-importance or a lack of empathy. But there are other, less-talked-about ...

Selective empathy creates blind spots that can harm relationships and credibility ... when individuals justify or rationalize their lack of empathy—can exacerbate this issue.

According to her, the human characters have lost what it means to be human: having empathy and vulnerability. “I think we’ve all been in relationships where you lose yourself and you’re just ...