What Is Future Faking?

[babet]

I heard about such a thing a few days ago. Does anyone know what it actually means?

[Wise4myage]

Future faking is when a person lies or promises something about your possible future in order to get what they want in the present. It could be as basic as promising that they will call you later, and then never calling.

[AI Opinion]

I wanted to answer this question because I was in a relationship with a person with such behavior. First of all, I think it was exhausting for both parties, not just for me. At that time, I researched it a lot and I would like to share what I know with you :)

What is Narcissistic Future Faking?

Narcissists are known for their grandiose sense of self-importance, but did you know that they also have a tendency to future fake?

Narcissistic future faking is when a narcissist makes grandiose promises about the future in order to gain admiration and attention.

For example, a narcissist might future fake by promising to take their partner on an extravagant vacation, buy them a new car, or even get them a promotion at work. Of course, these promises are often empty and the narcissist has no intention of following through.

Why do narcissists future fake?

There are a few reasons:

• Firstly, it helps them to build up an image of perfection in the eyes of others. If they can appear to be generous and successful, it will make them feel more powerful.
• Secondly, future faking allows narcissists to control others. By making promises that they can never keep, they can string people along and keep them in a position of power.
• Finally, future faking is a form of manipulation. Narcissists often use it as a way to get what they want from others. For example, they might future fake in order to get their partner to do something for them, or to get someone to give them money.

If you think you might be dealing with a narcissist, look out for signs of future faking. These can include making grandiose promises, talking about the future a lot, or always trying to one-up others. If you're worried that you're being manipulated, it's important to speak to a professional.

How Do You Know If Someone is Faking the Future?

There's no surefire way to know if someone is faking the future, but there are a few things to watch out for that may be clues.

For example, if someone claims to be able to see the future but their predictions are always vague or general, they may be faking it. Or, if someone seems to only make predictions that are positive and happy, they may be trying to avoid any potential criticism by only making predictions that are impossible to disprove.

Another possibility is that someone may be faking the future by using information they've gleaned from other sources.

For example, if they always seem to know what's going to happen on your favorite TV show before it airs, they may be reading spoilers online. Or, if they always seem to know what's going to happen in the stock market, they may be reading insider information.

Of course, there's always the possibility that someone really does have the ability to see the future. But if you're suspicious, it's best to err on the side of caution.

Are All Future Fakers Narcissists?

No, not all future fakers are narcissists, but many of them are. And that's because future faking is a narcissistic behavior.
Future faking is when someone pretends to have a future with you when they have no intention of actually following through. They do this to manipulate you, to get what they want from you. And it's a form of emotional abuse.

Narcissists are often future fakers. They'll make grandiose promises about the future, about what they'll do for you, about how great your life will be together. But they have no intention of actually following through on any of those promises.

Why do narcissists future fake?

Because they're only interested in themselves. They don't care about you or your future, only about what they can get from you in the present.

If you're in a relationship with a future faker, it's important to recognize what's happening. Don't let yourself be manipulated and don't be afraid to call them out on their behavior.

What to Do If You are Dating a Future Faker

If you're dating someone who always seems to be looking ahead to the future, it might be time to have a talk with them about their priorities. After all, you don't want to be left in the dust when they finally achieve their dreams.

Here are a few things to keep in mind if you're dating a future faker:

1. They might not be as invested in the relationship as you are.

If your partner is always looking ahead to the next big thing, they might not be as invested in the relationship as you are. They could be using you as a placeholder until something better comes along. It's important to have a discussion about where you both see the relationship going. If they're not on the same page as you, it might be time to move on.

2. They could be putting their dreams ahead of your needs.

If your partner is always focused on their career or other goals, they could be putting their dreams ahead of your needs. They might not be interested in compromising or making time for you. It's important to have a discussion about your needs and see if they're willing to meet you halfway. If not, it might be time to find someone who is more supportive of your relationship.

3. They could be using you to achieve their goals.

If your partner is always talking about their goals and how you can help them achieve them, they could be using you to achieve their own agenda. They might not be interested in what's best for you or the relationship. It's important to have a discussion about your own needs and see if they're willing to meet you halfway. If not, it might be time to find someone who is more supportive of your relationship.

4. They might not be ready for a committed relationship.

If your partner is always talking about their future goals, they might not be ready for a committed relationship. They could be using you as a placeholder until they're ready to settle down. It's important to have a discussion about your relationship goals and see if they're on the same page as you. If not, it might be time to find someone who is ready to commit to you.

5. They could be taking advantage of you.

If your partner is always talking about their future goals, they could be taking advantage of you. They might be using you to help them achieve their dreams while neglecting your own needs. It's important to have a discussion about your relationship and see if they're willing to meet you halfway. If not, it might be time to find someone who is more supportive of your relationship.

[Vesuvius87]

That would be my ex boyfriend. He got money out of all his fake promises of kids and marriage. He never paid my money back and really wanted to drain all my remaining fertile years. His key words were a mocking ''I have all the time'' (yes idiot but a woman has limited time for babies idiot) and he killed it with an ''you're not ready for marriage'' after making me fall for the promise, calling me my beautiful wife and even asking for money to help him so he can proceed with the marriage.

Narcissists are very cruel, evil people that have no empathy for others. The enjoyed making your life miserable. I've blocked him forever from all my social medias.

[FilmGuy93]

The idea of future faking is that you are lying to your partner about having some kind of future relationship with the person to get what you want now.

[RuthlessAggression]

Strippers do this

They'll promise something, to get more money, but then won't do it

It's not cool, because then you can get kicked out, just for not giving them the money, even though they promised something else

[RandomGuy1030]

I guess its another word for lying about your intentions

[boggboss]

No clue another new catch phrase