D.E.E.P. TECHNIQUE
A communication technique used for interacting with narcissists and toxic individuals.
1.D. Don’t defend
Do not defend your truth and perspective. Do not spend your efforts trying to convince someone who does not want to understand you.
2.E. Don’t engage
Do not engage in narcissist manipulation. Be brief when sharing information and state facts.
3.E. Don’t explain
Do not explain yourself to the narcissist. Protect your peace by not going into heavy discussions with someone who does not have the willingness to see a world outside of them.
4. P. Don’t personalize
Do not personalize the narcissist behaviors. The narcissist’s responses, and behaviors, are all about them. Since it is their issue leave it with them.