Most of us think of the aging process as a mellowing season. Many of us wish that the narcissists in our lives with also mellow with age. Unfortunately, narcissists typically get worse as they get older. They lose their looks and their charisma. They have burned bridges and have a shrinking pool of narcissistic supply to draw upon. Their children become more educated and learn about boundaries. Suddenly, everything is not about them and they no longer command the fear they once did. As a result, they tighten their control. Attempt to isolate their partners more. They become bitter and sarcastic to those who love them. So, if you are waiting for the narcissist in your life to mellow with age, please know that those hopes will most likely never come to fruition. But it is never too late to take care of yourself and refuse to suffer with abuse and manipulation. 

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Harrar, Sari. AARP Bulletin, November/December 2025. Living Solo. How Americans are embracing independence and redefining what it means to age alone.