A romantic dynamic that is not often thought of but is very likely to form is the Empath and Narcissist relationship. Now, it may seem that these two are an impossible match – how could an Empath ever possibly engage with the ultimate energy vampire? There are a few reasons that the two can attract each other, so if you find yourself asking “am I dating a Narcissist?” we can help you assess.   Before we talk about the Empath and Narcissist as a couple, let’s look at the characteristics of them as individuals first. Starting off with Empaths, you will find that these highly sensitive beings are very in tune with their feelings and can sense the emotions and energies of those around them. They have a lot of love to give and make excellent listeners, friends, and caregivers. On the other end, a Narcissist has an overwhelming sense of self-importance and an intense need to be admired and adored. Most importantly, they also have an extreme lack of empathy and frequently gaslight loved ones into believing that problems they create are the other person’s fault.    So, how do these two polar …