8 Boundaries Most People Can’t Handle — Are They Secret Narcissists?
When someone repeatedly ignores or pushes past them, they’re showing you exactly how much (or how little) they respect you.
And when that someone is a narcissist, the pattern is clear—they don’t see boundaries as limits to respect, but as obstacles to overcome.
That’s why setting boundaries with them often leads to pushback, manipulation, or guilt-tripping.
But here’s the truth: you are not responsible for managing their reactions. You don’t owe anyone access to your time, energy, or emotions just because they demand it.
