When Boundaries Become Weapons: How Narcissists Use “Boundaries” to Silence and Control Their Scapegoats

In healthy relationships, boundaries are sacred. They help us communicate our needs, protect our emotional well-being, and foster mutual respect. But in narcissistic dynamics especially where a scapegoat has been identified boundaries are often weaponized, not honored. For narcissists, the term “boundaries” doesn’t represent respect or self-care. Instead, it becomes a mask. A justification. A […]