In this episode, we are going to touch on the current estimated number of users (profiles), projected growth of the platforms, success percentages, as well as get to the heart of the issue, which is why online dating draws so many narcissists. We will end with some handy tips to keep in mind if you are communicating online, so you can try to avoid. What better place to practice manipulation and acting skills than a space designed for curated charm and fast connection? In this episode, we explore how narcissists use online dating not to find love—but to perfect their tactics, test new supply, and sharpen their deception.

We unpack:

• Why narcissists get better (and worse) with age—and how online dating accelerates their skill set
• How the digital format removes accountability, making it easier to lie without detection
• Why conversations often feel shallow, evasive, or oddly performative—and what that signals
• How narcissists keep multiple conversations going to maintain a constant stream of supply
• The real reason they let you talk so much: to study your weak spots and tailor their manipulation

If you’ve ever felt confused, discarded, or emotionally drained after trying to date online.

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