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You left. You blocked them. You did everything you were “supposed” to do to break free from the covert narcissist in your life.
But somehow… they’re still there.
In your thoughts.
In your inner dialogue.
In the way you second-guess yourself when no one’s even around.

In this episode, we explore why covert narcissists continue to live “rent free” in your head long after the relationship ends — and how emotional abuse rewires your brain, leaving behind patterns of self-doubt, hypervigilance, and internalized gaslighting.

You’ll learn:

  • Why “leaving” doesn’t always mean freedom

  • How trauma bonds keep you psychologically hooked

  • What it looks like when their voice becomes your inner critic

  • How to begin reclaiming your mental space and evict the intruder for good

  • What to do if you're still in the relationship but want to begin your mental and emotional freedom now

Whether you’ve left or are still trying to plan your exit, this episode offers practical steps and deep validation for anyone struggling to find peace after covert narcissistic abuse.

And in honor of Independence Day, we talk about what real freedom looks like — the kind you fight for inside your own mind.

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