Future Faking: 7 Things You Need to Know About the Narcissist’s False Promises Future faking is one of the narcissist’s most deceptive manipulation tactics. It involves making grand promises about the future—whether it’s marriage, children, career success, or a better version of themselves—to keep you emotionally invested. These promises create hope, making you believe that if you just wait a little longer, everything will fall into place. But that future never comes. Here’s how it works: 1. It