Are You an Echoist? Why Narcissists Target Highly Empathetic People

A conceptual image of a person with a faded, ghost-like reflection in a mirror, representing the loss of identity in Echoism and toxic relationships.

By Marcus ThorneLead Researcher | Psychological Resilience & Identity We often hear that narcissists are drawn to “empaths.” The popular narrative suggests that if you repeatedly find yourself in toxic, one-sided relationships, it’s simply because you have a big heart and care too much. But clinical psychology paints a much darker, more complex picture. You … Read more