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3 Negative Hypnotic Tactics Narcissists Use And How You Can Break Free

  • Writer: Brainz Magazine
    Brainz Magazine
  • Oct 10, 2024
  • 3 min read

Martina Maya, founder of HypnoBond in Zurich, specializes in Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapy, integrating CBT, Art Therapy, and Clinical Hypnotherapy for tailored programs. Martina collaborates with renowned clinics specializing in treating addiction and stress for UHNW individuals.

Executive Contributor Martina Maya

On the banks of a rushing river, a scorpion pleaded with a frog for a ride across. “I won’t sting you,” the scorpion promised. “If I did, we’d both drown.” The frog, cautiously convinced, agreed. But halfway across, the scorpion stung the frog. As they both sank, the scorpion’s only justification was, “I couldn’t help it; it’s in my nature.”


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Narcissists are like that scorpion. Even when they promise no harm, they manipulate and hurt others—it’s in their nature". This manipulation can feel like negative hypnosis, which serves as the foundation for later negative self-hypnosis. Distorting your sense of reality, chipping away at your confidence, and leaving you questioning your own worth. The subtlety of their abuse is what makes it so dangerous. Before you realize it, you are caught in their poison, unable to break free.


3 negative hypnotic tactics narcissists use


1. Love bombing and sudden emotional manipulation narcissists

often start with "love bombing"—an intense display of affection that overwhelms you. This emotional high disorients you, making you more vulnerable to their manipulation. Much like hypnotizing with sudden surprise, they whisk you away into an emotional whirlwind, leaving you dependent on their affection.


2. Gaslighting and mental manipulation narcissists are experts at gaslighting

They make you doubt your reality, slowly distorting your perception through small lies mixed with grains of truth. Over time, this mental manipulation wears you down, making you trust their version of reality over your own. This tactic can leave you feeling confused and doubting your own experiences.


3. Negative programming and emotional dependency narcissists

Use statements designed to manipulate your emotions, such as, “If you loved me, you would spend more time with me.” This tactic installs guilt and drives emotional dependency, where you feel compelled to earn their approval. The rollercoaster of affection and cruelty keeps you hooked in a state of constant need.


Do you know how to spot a narcissist?

One key indicator is consistency. Narcissists consistently engage in manipulative behaviours and show a complete lack of remorse for their actions. They repeat their tactics, making their patterns of abuse recognizable over time. Recognizing this consistency can empower you to identify and protect yourself from their harmful influence.


The truth about narcissists are fully aware of the harm they cause and use these tactics intentionally. They won’t change, no matter how much you try to fix them. Understanding their manipulation is the key to breaking free.


HypnoBond's 3D Formula: The Antidote to Narcissistic Manipulation At HypnoBond, our 3D formula—a powerful blend of Clinical Hypnosis, Art Coaching, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)—acts as the antidote to narcissistic abuse. This approach neutralizes the psychological scars by reprogramming your mind, releasing stored emotions, and helping you see your worth with fresh clarity.


  1. Clinical Hypnosis dismantles the negative suggestions implanted by the narcissist and reprograms your mind with empowering beliefs.

  2. Art Coaching encourages emotional expression and healing, helping you reconnect with your inner strength and creativity.

  3. CBT equips you with practical tools to challenge distorted thinking and rebuild a strong sense of self.

Understanding these negative hypnotic tactics is the first step to breaking free. Narcissistic abuse doesn’t just break hearts; it breaks identities. Let’s rebuild yours together.


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Martina Maya, Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist, Relationship Coach & Therapeutic Life Art Coach

Martina's childhood in a small Slovakian village during the communist era ignited her adventurous spirit. Perched atop a tree at age 10, overlooking the valley, she felt an intense desire to explore the world. Her journey, from the village to global exploration, transformed her into a seeker of both outer and inner horizons. Inspired by that pivotal childhood moment, she now empowers others to uncover their own hidden treasures.

 
 

This article is published in collaboration with Brainz Magazine’s network of global experts, carefully selected to share real, valuable insights.

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