Scapegoat Supply: Why Narcissists Obsessively Depend on Scapegoats to Maintain Their Image

Ever felt unfairly blamed? Perhaps you worked tirelessly in a team or business, giving your all to be an asset, only to find yourself continuously blamed and criticized, even for things beyond your control. You may have encountered similar dynamics in your family, where one member always seemed to put you down and find fault, while others received special treatment. If you’ve experienced this, you might have unknowingly become a scapegoat.

In this week’s blog, we’ll delve into the concept of scapegoating and explore the multifaceted reasons why narcissists resort to making someone their scapegoat in order to thrive and survive.

What is a scapegoat exactly? A scapegoat is a person, group, or entity that is unfairly blamed, criticized, or punished for the mistakes, wrongdoings, or problems of others. The scapegoat absorbs the blame and the negative consequences while it isn’t their fault.

Lots of people blame-shift from time to time, and some do it habitually. Narcissists, however, are particularly prone to scapegoating. They are obsessed with their superior self-image, with maintaining the upper hand in their relationships, and with being in control in their families, at work, and amongst friends.

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When Church Turns Into a Cult

How to Tell When Your Church is Turning into a Cult. Look for these 10 Signs.

How can you know if your church is turning into a cult?

Maybe you are part of a church that feels toxic or emotionally and spiritually abusive. Perhaps you’ve experienced some trauma like emotional or spiritual abuse or have been left with a gaping wound of church hurt for speaking out or leaving. Maybe you’ve experienced betrayal by your friends and community as a result. Perhaps the leader of the church has turned toxic, oppressive, or abusive.

Sometimes churches and ministries can start off well following Jesus Christ, but then they go off track. 

Paul even said to the Galatian church, “You foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? After beginning by means of the Spirit, are you now trying to finish by means of the flesh?” (Galatians 3:1 and 3:3a). So what are the signs of a cult or cultish church, or a toxic or cult leader?

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How Narcissists “Train” You To Become Dishonest

Even as you desire open, honest exchanges in your relationships, narcissists can make it difficult. Dr. Les Carter highlights multiple behaviors and attitudes narcissists maintain that “teach” you to become calculated. Your task is to stay true to yourself as opposed to filtering your life patterns through that person’s unhealthiness.

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