Will a narcissist get so upset to the point where they block you, when you stop giving them attention?

[Anonymous]

I was on and off again with this man for a year. It was such a toxic cycle, and I didn't realize how bad he was for my mental health until I finally got the strength to let him go. It went from love bombing me, to ignoring me, to apologizing, to proclaiming his love, to ghosting again. The inconsistency DESTROYED me.. anxiety, feeling worthless, depression, blaming myself, clinging onto him in my mind, etc. I was always attentive to him when he needed me, jumped over hoops, and was sweet to him.. I finally came to my senses and saw how much of an idiot I was for giving a narcissist all of my energy when he wasn't reciprocating.

He sent me a simple message. Instead of being attentive and nice, I totally ignored him. I didn't ignore him to be petty, but just because I was so tired of the same cycle. I was so mentally checked out. He blocked me, and to be honest it is a relief.

[Flower7]

I have never known a narcissist to block someone or ignore someone or cut off contact. They are starved for attention and they are also toxic. It’s more in alignment with their personality to begin harassing or even stalking a person who isn’t giving them the attention that they feel like they deserve.

[Pupweb]

I think it depends on the narcissist. I’ve dealt with one who said a lot but never blocked me—just watched everything I did. I believe they do that as a way to maintain some control over you, reminding you that they’re still around while keeping you at arms length. One way or another, just block them and move on.

[Still-alive]

just block him already. stop going after narcissistic dudes

[Anonymous]

Yes, that is what they do best. It is because they know they can't control you any longer, so they move on to their next target.

[douride2]

Attention is what they thrive on. Just get it over with & block him/her.