Confident, charming, and attractive, narcissists may be among the ones making the perfect impression during a first date. Hiding behind a façade of being extremely caring and loving, people with narcissistic tendencies may actually be covering up their selfishness and self-obsession. Some narcissists’ magnetic personalities, physical attractiveness, and social boldness make them desired short-term dating prospects, according to a study published in Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin.
However, if something or someone seems too good to be true, it might be worth taking a closer look to see if there’s more beneath the surface.
Narcissistic personality disorder is a mental health condition where people have unrealistic sense self importance and constant need for attention and admiration. Such people not only constantly gaslight and criticize other people, but also fail to empathise with the other person.
If you are on your first date, here are five signs of narcissist to spot:
1. They will give an elaborate introduction
Narcissists love to talk about themselves, their beliefs and how they are unique and special. If someone seems too obsessed and occupied with themselves on their first date, instead of asking question about your life and your likes and dislikes, they could be a narcissist.
2. They will shower you with compliments
Genuine compliments can fill your heart with warmth and motivate you to do better. However, fake compliments are hard to accept. If someone exaggerates your positive traits and praises you without reason on a first date, instead of liking them, you might want to question their intentions.
3. They may even say 'I love you'
Narcissists tend to fall for someone quickly. If someone shows deep interest in you, maintains prolonged eye contact, and even professes love on your first date or within the first few dates, be cautious—they may be a narcissist.
4. They dominate conversations
Who doesn't enjoy engaging conversations and good storytellers? If you're a patient listener, you might enjoy hearing them out, but be cautious if they don't ask you any questions and only talk about themselves. Being in a relationship with such a person could leave you feeling lonely in the long run.
5. They feel entitled
Narcissists feel entitled to your admiration and attention from the very start, often expecting you to validate them without offering much in return. They might dominate the conversation, constantly bringing the focus back to themselves, while showing little interest in getting to know you.
