The inability to relate to strong emotions of others ignites a cycle of reactions--confusion and fear of inadequacy lead to judgement. They resent having to pretend to care and the need to hide the weakness they perceive in another. Since they cannot relate to a partner expressing a need to be loved, they see them as needy. This fosters disgust. They often misinterpret, because they cannot relate to the feelings being expressed. Conflicts can arise. Only their perspective matters. In what ways has a narcissist's lack of empathy affected you?