Narcissistic Supply Explained

Narcissistic supply refers to the attention, admiration, validation, and other emotional resources that a narcissist seeks from others to fulfill their insatiable need for self-importance and validation. It can be in the form of compliments, praise, attention, adoration, or even fear and submission. Narcissists rely on this constant influx of supply to boost their fragile self-esteem and maintain their grandiose self-image. They manipulate and exploit others to obtain narcissistic supply, often leading to unhealthy and one-sided relationships.

Are you unconsciously giving narcissistic supply to a narcissist? In this video, we'll discuss narcissism and explore three crucial behaviors that fuel the supply for a narcissist.

DISCLAIMER: This video is not meant to diagnose any individual with any personality disorders. This is meant to educate on possible behaviors than can enable negative behavior stemming from a personality disorder.

Researcher/Writer: Brie Villanueva
Editor: Caitlin McColl
Script Manager: Kelly Soong
Voice Over: Amanda Silvera (   / amandasilvera   )
Animation: Dinda
Production Assistant: Thomas Kang
Project Manager: Cindy Cheong


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