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In this conversation, Brenda and Sara examine the complexities of covert narcissism, exploring its subtle yet damaging effects on relationships. They discuss the characteristics of covert narcissists, how they manipulate their partners, and the emotional toll it takes on those involved. The conversation also contrasts covert narcissism with overt narcissism, highlighting the differences in behavior and impact. Through personal anecdotes, they illustrate the challenges of recognizing and dealing with covert narcissism, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and understanding in healing from such relationships.
covert narcissism, narcissistic abuse, emotional manipulation, relationships, mental health, self-awareness, empathy, personal growth, healing, awareness
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Covert Narcissism
00:59
Understanding the Spectrum of Narcissism
03:06
Overt vs. Covert Narcissism
05:28
The Victim Mentality of Narcissists
07:50
Personal Experiences with Narcissism
07:50
Understanding Covert Narcissism
10:38
The Emotional Toll of Covert Narcissism
12:24
Manipulation and Control Tactics
12:27
Identifying Traits and Behaviors
Takeaways
- Covert narcissism is often harder to detect than overt narcissism.
- Covert abuse can erode one's intuition and self-worth.
- Victims of covert narcissism often feel guilty and confused.
- Covert narcissists use fake vulnerability to manipulate others.
- The emotional toll of covert narcissism is profound and exhausting.
- Recognizing the signs of covert narcissism is crucial for healing.
- Covert narcissists often dominate conversations and shift focus to themselves.
- Empathy in covert narcissists is often superficial or absent.
- Understanding the dynamics of covert and overt narcissism can aid in recovery.
- Self-awareness is key to breaking free from manipulative relationships.
Narcissistic abuse leaves deep imprints on trust, relationships, and identity. Survivors often feel isolated, anxious, and hypervigilant. But healing is possible. By rebuilding self-trust, noticing patterns, and taking small, steady steps toward connection, survivors can slowly allow safe people back into their lives.
The scars remain, but they don’t define the future. Survivors are not broken, they are rebuilding.
We specialize in helping survivors untangle the patterns of narcissistic abuse and recover their sense of self. Learn more at www.narctrauma.com.
Follow for support and resources:
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TikTok: @narctraumarecovery
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Two Queens and a Joker, My Narcissist Ex and Me
is sponsored by the Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Center, where we provide therapy, classes, and support groups for people healing from narcissistic abuse. Contact us at www.narctrauma.com.

Narcissistic abuse leaves deep imprints on trust, relationships, and identity. Survivors often feel isolated, anxious, and hypervigilant. But healing is possible. By rebuilding self-trust, noticing patterns, and taking small, steady steps toward connection, survivors can slowly allow safe people back into their lives.
The scars remain, but they don’t define the future. Survivors are not broken, they are rebuilding.
We specialize in helping survivors untangle the patterns of narcissistic abuse and recover their sense of self. Learn more at www.narctrauma.com.
Follow for support and resources:
Facebook: Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Center
TikTok: @narctraumarecovery
Instagram (Podcast): @2queensandajoker
Instagram (Recovery): @narcrecoverycenter