For a narcissist, exerting control over their environment holds paramount significance. Their imperative lies in manipulating the individuals in their lives to secure the sustenance of their fragile self-esteem. Lacking an internal support mechanism, they depend on the adoration obtained through manipulation to bolster their sense of self-worth. Understanding the tactics employed by narcissists to exert control and comprehending the repercussions of resisting their manipulation is crucial. In this episode, we discuss the significance of control in the narcissist's world and elucidate the anticipated outcomes when one ceases to acquiesce to their manipulative tendencies.