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My Liberation Notes

This piece is part of a series for paid subscribers to share my experiences and learning that have contributed to Hacking Narcissism’s educational content and my worldview about the human condition and culture. Our stories, when read in good faith, can help us feel seen, less alone, more connected, restore empathy and humanity.

Being friends with a narcissist before you realise their true nature can feel amazing. This seemingly discerning and charismatic person has chosen you to be their trusted confidant and it feels like a privilege. If you’ve ever had a magnetic, engaging, and fascinating friend, you might admit to feeling lucky to have earned their trust, rather than considering that they were lucky to have earned yours.