January 26, 2025

From Self-Doubt to Confidence: Empowered Responses to Covert Narcissism

18 minutes

How Healing Transforms Your Responses to a Covert Narcissist

Healing doesn’t change the covert narcissist. It changes YOU! Healing transforms your responses and reactions to their abusive tactics. This episode of Covert Narcissism Podcast explores how healing empowers victims to break free from the quicksand of covert narcissistic abuse and reclaim their confidence.

Through relatable examples, we uncover the subtle but destructive tactics covert narcissists use to manipulate and control. You’ll hear how interactions that seem innocent at first—like dismissing your achievements or denying your reality—can leave you questioning yourself and spiraling into self-doubt.

But here’s the good news: it doesn’t have to stay this way. Healing transforms your responses, shifting the dynamic from reactive and self-doubting to calm, clear, and empowered.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

How to deal with a covert narcissist spouse or partner when they dismiss your achievements, gaslight you, or criticize your efforts.

How healing from covert narcissistic abuse empowers you to respond with confidence rather than defensiveness.

The difference between pre-healing reactions—like over-apologizing or seeking their approval—and post-healing responses that prioritize your well-being.

Real-life examples of navigating common scenarios, including criticism, gaslighting, silent treatment, and emotional outbursts.

This episode will help you recognize the patterns of covert narcissism, understand why their behavior is not your fault, and inspire you to start or continue your healing journey. Healing doesn’t change the covert narcissist, but it transforms how you respond to their manipulation—setting you free from their control and rebuilding your self-worth.

Whether you’re just starting to understand covert narcissism or deep into your recovery, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable advice to help you thrive.

I am Renee Swanson, and I help people recover from covert narcissistic abuse.

Are you tired of feeling isolated and alone?

Are you searching for people who get it?

Are you confused, reactive and unsure what to do?

Are you running in circles in your mind?

Are you worried for your kids and the effect this is having on them?

Do you want to know how not to raise another narcissist in this world?

I can help you! I offer both group and individual coaching, which you can find at www.covertnarcissism.com

Renee Swanson, Certified Coach and Advocate for Victims of Covert Narcissistic Abuse

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