I'm a diagnosed narcissist - these are the 'toxic' phrases I use to manipulate my significant other READ MORE: Narcissistic sociopath reveals how to protect yourself By Stacy Liberatore For Dailymail.com Published: 21:28, 16 September 2024 | Updated: 21:28, 16 September 2024 e-mail 1 View comments Narcissists have an arsenal of 'toxic' phrases they use to convince their significant others that they are the problem. Now a man diagnosed with a personality disorder, which involves excessive focus on oneself and one's needs, has shared the expressions that he has used in the past.

Steven Ingram, who is a 'self-aware narcissist,' revealed his secret tactics in hopes of saving others from being manipulated . Ingram's go-to phrase to push blame is 'Why are you always starting conflicts with me' and another is 'Why do you wear your heart on your sleeve?' Steven Ingram, a diagnosed narcissist, has shared the common phrases he has used to manipulate his significant other in hopes of helping others avoid manipulation Ingram revealed the phrases in a TikTok video , which has more than 46,000 likes, on his account where states he was also diagnosed with borderline personality disorder (BPD). BPD is a mental illness that affects a person's ability to manage their emotions, leading to instability in their relationships, self-image and mood.

Narcissism is usually diagnosed after the individual answers questions about their life and interactions with others. Read More I'm a psychologist - her.