Something to consider

Narcissists only surround themselves with people who enable their behavior. Anyone who tries to hold them accountable will be accused and blamed of the exact things the narcissist is guilty of. And the people who know the truth will remain silent or will be punished for not being “supportive”.

Truth comes at a cost in many situations.

Now, add to that how individuals who are alcoholics operate the same way. They like to hang out at bars/clubs/casinos where they can hang out with others that drink and have addiction problems as well. Enablers and snakes. Birds of a feather flock together. 😉