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The Narcissist’s Tactic Of Weaponized Forgiveness
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I forgive you. For you know…. stuff.
How would you feel if you received a message proclaiming that you are forgiven for past grievances?
Would you feel blessed? Appreciative of the sentiment? Lucky?
How would you feel if that person never explained what you did to them in the first place? Gave you an explanation that made no sense? What if they had fabricated the wrong you allegedly did to them?
Would you still feel thankful?
Unfortunately, when it comes to narcissistic abuse, many people do still feel this way. Logic and reasoning have gone out the door because fear, obligation, and guilt (the FOG) are guiding the ship.
It makes complete sense if you understand the grease monkey tuning this machine.
False Forgiveness Is A Useful Exploitation Tactic
However, it is empty of legitimate positive sentiment.
Nothing screams toxic and manipulative like an “I forgive you” message from a narcissist. Somehow, you are supposed to feel grateful for the forgiveness they have bestowed…
