Breadcrumbing has its expression in the Hansel & Gretel fairy tale. They were lured into a trap by their evil stepmother who led them far into the forest. Grethe was so clever that on the way out she left little breadcrumbs as clues so they could find their way home. "Bread-crumbing" is used extensively in dating or in a relationship with a narcissist. The purpose is to "stick" you to the fire very sparingly and not enough for them to bother making a bigger effort. It is duri