They all use the same script.
Narcissistic men, no matter the age, profession, or how charming they appear, tend to recycle the same lines.
Almost word for word.
Itโs like they have a dusty old playbook they pass around.
Each chapter is dedicated to pulling you in, keeping you hooked, and making you doubt your own instincts.
I remember the first time I heard that line, โIโve never been so in love.โ
My heart soared.
I thought it was rare, sacred, something meant only for me.
But months later, over coffee with a friend, my stomach dropped when she recounted hearing those exact same words from the same man.
Thatโs when I realized I wasnโt unique. I was just the next reader of his script.
This has nothing to do with wallowing in their mess or getting trapped in the โwhy meโ spiral.
Itโs about understanding the game, shifting the power dynamic, and making sure you never get caught off guard again.
By the end of this, youโll recognize these lies instantly and know exactly how to shut them down without breaking a sweat.
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6 Lies Every Narcissistic Man Thinks Youโll Fall For

These are not random, off-the-cuff fibs.
Theyโre deliberate, calculated lines designed to win trust, fast-track intimacy, and keep you emotionally invested before you can see the red flags.
Theyโre crafted to feel personal, yet theyโre mass-produced emotional traps.
Once you learn to spot them, youโll never hear them the same way again.
Instead, youโll recognize them as recycled hooks that no longer have power over you.
1. โIโve Never Been So in Loveโ
When I first heard this, weโd only been dating for three weeks.
He would text me long paragraphs about fate, destiny, and how meeting me โchanged everything.โ
Every date felt like a scene from a romance film.
Months later, I learned he had been โmadly in loveโ with three other women in the same year.
Same tone. Same urgency. Same promises.
This is classic love-bombing.
Narcissists create an artificial sense of urgency and uniqueness so you bond faster, ignore inconsistencies, and feel pressure to match their emotional speed.
Itโs emotional fast-tracking, not love.
This is where you take the power out of his words:
- Accept compliments without mirroring the intensity.
- Keep your own pace steady, no matter how magical it feels.
- Watch if actions match words over weeks, not days.
Love is proven over time, not declared at record speed.
2. โMy Friends Like You, Totallyโ

My narcissistic partner said it so casually over dinner.
โMy friends already adore you.โ
I remember feeling relieved, thinking, “Great, less pressure when I meet them.”
But when I finally did, their polite small talk gave them away.
They barely knew my name.
One even admitted heโd only heard about me the night before.
This is perception management.
By making you believe youโre already โinโ with his inner circle, he reduces the likelihood youโll question your place in his life.
You feel secure, even if the reality hasnโt caught up.
Hereโs how to make sure this lie doesnโt stick:
- Base your understanding on direct interactions, not his reports.
- Pay attention to body language, tone, and effort when meeting his friends.
- Donโt assume acceptance just because he says so.
Genuine social acceptance grows naturally. It doesnโt need to be pre-announced.
3. โMy Ex Is Crazyโ
Before I could even ask about his past relationships, he shook his head and muttered, โMy ex? Oh, sheโs crazy.โ
It was such a strong, loaded word.
I instinctively took his side without knowing the details.
Later, I realized it was a preemptive strike, a way to control my opinion of her before I could hear her version of events.
This is a smear campaign disguised as casual conversation.
Narcissists discredit exes, so anything they might reveal later is automatically dismissed.
It also paints them as the victim, making you more protective of them.
Hereโs how to answer without feeding his game:
- Treat it as a red flag when someone speaks harshly about an ex unprovoked.
- Remember: how they speak about her is how theyโll speak about you one day.
- Stay neutral until youโve seen their behavior firsthand.
Healthy people can talk about past relationships without venom.
4. โYouโre the Only One Who Texts Meโ

One evening, my narcissistic ex smiled and said, โYouโre literally the only person who messages me.โ
My heart swelled.
I felt chosen. Special. Exclusive.
That is, until I noticed his โtypingโฆโ bubble pop up on multiple chats while he claimed to be โonly talking to me.โ
This lie creates false security. It reassures you of exclusivity while he continues seeking attention elsewhere.
Itโs about keeping you emotionally calm so you donโt question what heโs doing when heโs not with you.
This is how you keep control when he tries this one:
- Donโt assume exclusivity without clear agreements.
- Avoid adjusting your availability just to โmatchโ his narrative.
- Look for consistent proof, not just declarations.
If someoneโs truly focused on you, their actions will prove it without needing to be announced.
5. โYouโre the Bestโ

Heโd drop this after intimacy, after I cooked dinner, or after I went out of my way for him.
It felt wonderful to hear, until I realized it often came right before he asked for something, like borrowing my car or canceling my plans to see him.
Strategic flattery is both a reward and a motivator.
It boosts your ego while conditioning you to keep meeting, or exceeding, his expectations.
In other words, beneath the hunger for admiration lies the drive for control.
This is how you respond so the truth cuts through:
- Accept praise, but donโt let it dictate your actions.
- Keep your boundaries intact regardless of how โspecialโ youโre made to feel.
- Notice if praise comes with strings attached.
Genuine compliments stand alone. They arenโt bargaining chips.
6. โI Will Call You Againโ
After one long, deep conversation that stretched into the early hours, my toxic ex smiled and said, โIโll call you tomorrow.โ
I believed him.
But tomorrow came and went. So did the next day. And the one after that.
When the call finally came a week later, it was as if nothing had happened.
This is about control, not follow-through.
By leaving you waiting, they keep your attention centered on them, wondering when theyโll reach out.
Itโs a breadcrumb tactic, just enough contact to keep you hooked.
Hereโs how to make him choke on his own words:
- Donโt put your plans or emotions on hold for a maybe.
- If the call doesnโt come, take it as information, not an oversight.
- Match their effort and stop chasing.
Your time and energy are too valuable to spend in limbo.
Why Narcissists Repeat the Same Lies

These lines arenโt random. Theyโre recycled and perfected over time.
Polished through trial and error, theyโve been tested on past relationships until they became part of the narcissistโs default playbook.
When you hear one of these phrases, youโre not hearing a spontaneous thought from the heart. Youโre hearing a well-rehearsed sales pitch.
Here are the three main reasons they reuse them:
- Theyโve been field-tested: If a line has worked before, itโs far easier for them to dust it off and reuse it than to create something new. Theyโve seen how quickly it can break down defenses and spark emotional attachment.
- Efficiency in manipulation: Narcissists love shortcuts. Why invent a fresh tactic when an old one still gets results? These lies save them time, energy, and the risk of trying something unproven.
- Predictable control: By sticking to familiar lines, they can anticipate your reaction and adjust their behavior accordingly. Repetition gives them a blueprint for steering the dynamic in their favor.
Once I recognized the patterns, I stopped feeling โchosenโ and started feeling informed.
That shift was liberating.
Instead of being swept away by the drama, I could mentally step back and watch the machinery at work.
Hereโs the most important truth: once you name the script, it loses its power.
You stop being the audience and start being the director of your own story.
Final Thoughts

These six lies arenโt just about words. Theyโre about control.
Each one is designed to keep you emotionally invested while giving them the upper hand.
The goal isnโt simply to deceive you. Itโs to manage how you see yourself, the relationship, and them.
But once you see the pattern, youโre no longer playing their game. Youโre observing it from the outside.
You stop reacting on autopilot and start responding with intention.
Thatโs when the power shifts, because the moment they realize youโre not swallowing the bait, their entire strategy starts to crumble.
The next time one of these lines drops into your lap, you wonโt just hear it. Youโll see the entire architecture behind it.
Youโll notice the timing, the delivery, the emotional hook theyโre trying to set.
And instead of feeling swept into the current, youโll be able to smile, stay grounded, and respond in a way that makes them lose their footing.
Because the truth is, they can only play the game if you play along.
And now? You know the script. You hold the remote.
You get to decide whether the scene continues or whether the credits roll.
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