When You Think Your Autistic Partner May Also Be Narcissistic-Conversation with Damla

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During this conversation with Damla we explore how autism and narcissist traits can co-exist. The topics we discuss include:

• Love bombing.
• Denial of neurodivergence.
• Very direct communication.
• Routines with housekeeping and meals.
• Spending money on things that made his life easier. Seemed not to care about finances.
• Did not have many friends.
• Not taking responsibility for the impact of his behavior.
• Cultural differences.
• Understanding which behaviors are toxic.
• Adjusted her life to fit into his life and routine.
• Feeling exhausted and started to implement boundaries.
• Relationship began to change after boundaries were being set.
• Everything had to be his way and he stopped being loving and kind.
• Understanding when gaslighting was occurring.
• Not taking responsibility for any of his behavior.
• Not feeling bad or sad when you hurt someone you care about.
• The importance of focusing on people’s behavior and not ignoring when actions are toxic.
• Pay attention when someone doesn’t apologize or take responsibility for their behavior.

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