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Narcissists do not choose partners based on weakness or gullibility. Instead, they select individuals for their invaluable commodity, for what they can offer, and the services they can provide. The video uses the example of the speaker's father, a covert narcissist, who married his mother for her ability to work hard and earn money, explicitly stating it was transactional.
A narcissist is five times more likely to abandon a partner the moment they become terminally ill or too sick to be of any physical, financial, or emotional use. They view partners as 'appliances' hired to fulfill specific roles and responsibilities. When this 'appliance' breaks down due to illness, the narcissist sees it as an inconvenience rather than a tragedy, much like a broken household item.
When a partner is ill, a narcissist exhibits extreme coldness and hostility. They will ignore their partner's suffering, refuse to provide basic care like bringing water or checking temperature, and avoid helping with medication or hospital visits. The ill partner becomes invisible, like old, useless furniture, taking up space and being perceived as a burden.
The cruelty extends beyond indifference. If an ill partner asks for help, they are met with anger and made to feel selfish. Narcissists will complain about medical bills and the inconvenience of their partner's illness. They quickly seek new 'supply' by downloading dating apps or flirting with others, transferring their charm and attention to a new target without guilt, believing the sick partner broke the 'contract' first.
This heartless abandonment, while traumatic, provides an undeniable truth: the narcissist never loved the person, only their utility. The mask falls, revealing their true nature. This painful realization can be liberating, allowing the survivor to redirect energy towards their own physical and emotional healing, surrounded by genuine empathy and support, rather than a heartless machine.