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Originally Posted by SCUDSBROTHER
This is a subtle use of a defense mechanism that reduces cognitive dissonance.
By diminishing the stature of the messenger – the narcissist minimises the impact of the disagreement or criticism on himself. He did it more strongly last night with Fat Man:
""Yes, I was wrong about Rail Trip. Happy? I doubt it....as you are as miserable as they come."
Now, after he did that, he quickly changes the subject:
"Now, that we have gotten past that, try to actually make one post that is related to the actual discussion. Surely you can do this once."
This is a double shift. When forced to admit something he doesn't like, he makes a definite effort to shift attention away from himself.
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Bump due to specific efforts made to displace attention away from this (by attacking the messenger.) If you'll stop the efforts to distract attention away from the subject, then no bumps.