Group Narcissistic abuse

It is a confusing time when you are in an emotionally abusive relationship, with anyone, be it a group of friends a partner or a parent or sibling. You don't trust your judgement, and you don't listen to your gut. You believe that everything you do is wrong, and you walk on eggshells around this person or people. They have chipped away at your self-worth slowly and have played emotional tricks on you for an extended period. They have brainwashed you into thinking you are a terrible person, you are crazy, and everyone thinks it. Ultimately leading to prolonged anxiety, fear & shame. The victim is in a state of hyper-vigilance, or high alert. The perpetrator is a professional when it comes to hiding the abuse. They are master manipulators and use tactics they have honed over time, they have practised on many before you.

Collective Narcissism

Let’s say we’re talking about someone in a group they feel they belong in, they identify with the group rules and ideals. Even if this group behaves in a bad way, or in an emotionally abusive way. The individual will likely begin to behave in this way also. The majority of the individuals forming this group will behave in this way, primarily the members that have a sense of belonging within the group.

As a result of this, the group becomes a collective narcissistic group. Meaning, the group has an exaggerated sense of greatness. Similar to a single narcissist they idealize themselves, they idealize the group. They will exaggerate the image and importance of a group. They will attempt to keep the reputation of the group at all costs.