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Is He A Narcissist Or Just A Jerk Quiz

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10 Questions | Total Attempts: 1101 | Updated: Dec 29, 2023

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1. How does your partner react when you achieve success or recognition in your life?

He genuinely celebrates my accomplishments and feels proud of my achievements He acknowledges my success but quickly shifts the focus back to himself or his achievements He downplays my success or expresses jealousy, making it about his struggles and hardships

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Is He a Narcissist or Just a Jerk Quiz

Do you ever wonder if your partner's behavior is indicative of narcissism or if they're just being unpleasant?  Relationships can be complex, and this quiz aims to provide you with a better understanding of your partner's actions. Explore the "...

Do you ever wonder if your partner's behavior is indicative of narcissism or if they're just being unpleasant?

Relationships can be complex, and this quiz aims to provide you with a better understanding of your partner's actions. Explore the "Is he a narcissist or just a jerk" quiz to assess your relationship dynamics.

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2. When you share your thoughts and feelings, how does your partner respond?

He actively listens, empathizes, and offers support or comfort when needed He sometimes listens, but his responses often center around his own experiences or feelings He tends to dismiss or invalidate my emotions and redirects the conversation to his own problems or concerns

3. How does your partner handle disagreements or conflicts in the relationship?

He engages in open, respectful communication and works together to find resolutions He often becomes defensive or blames me, making it challenging to address issues constructively He manipulates situations to make me feel guilty or responsible for any problems in the relationship

4. How does your partner behave toward your friends and family in social situations?

He shows genuine interest and respect toward my loved ones, building positive relationships with them He may be polite but often expresses impatience or disinterest in spending time with my friends and family He attempts to isolate me from your support system, portraying my loved ones negatively to keep me emotionally dependent on him

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6. How does your partner react when you need emotional support during a difficult time?

He provides comfort, empathy, and assistance without making it about him He offers support but may subtly steer the conversation back to his own problems or challenges He may downplay my difficulties and make me feel as though his issues are more significant

7. How does your partner handle criticism or feedback from you?

He listens, reflects, and considers your perspective, working together to make improvements He may become defensive or counter with criticisms of his own, making it challenging to address concerns He reacts with anger, denial, or emotional manipulation when I provide feedback

8. Does your partner often make grandiose claims about himself or his accomplishments?

No, he tends to be humble and modest in his self-assessment Occasionally, he may mention his achievements, but it's not excessive Yes, he frequently makes exaggerated claims about his accomplishments and talents

9. How does your partner respond when you need some time alone or space for self-care?

He respects my need for solitude and encourages me to take care of myself He may express a bit of insecurity but eventually accepts my need for alone time He becomes excessively clingy or angry when I seek solitude or independence

10. Does your partner often use guilt or emotional manipulation to get what he wants in the relationship?

No, he generally communicates his needs and desires openly without resorting to manipulation Occasionally, he may use guilt tactics, but it's not a dominant pattern in the relationship Yes, he frequently employs guilt and manipulation to control my actions and decisions

11. How does your partner react when you express dissatisfaction or unhappiness in the relationship?

He listens and works with me to address the issues and improve the relationship He may become defensive or dismissive but eventually acknowledges my concerns He blames me for any problems and manipulates me into thinking the issues are my fault

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