Beneath the Apology: Shame, Image, and the Illusion of Empathy with Dr. Anthony Mazzella
What if that apology wasn’t about you at all?What if the moment that looked like remorse was really a carefully constructed move to restore a fractured image? In this powerful continuation of our seri...
1 Aug 202532min
Baiting Tactics of Covert Narcissists: Signs, Examples, and How to Respond
Baiting is one of the most maddening—and most misunderstood—tactics used by covert narcissists. It’s the emotional equivalent of poking you with a stick just to watch you react, then sitting back and ...
28 Jul 202519min
Guilt vs Shame: The Emotional Crossroads That Defines Healing, guest Dr. Anthony Mazzella
Part two of a 4 part series on Guilt and Shame with guest, Dr. Anthony Mazzella, Psychotherapist & Host of The Narcissism Decoder Podcast What if the guilt you carry… isn’t actually guilt at all? In P...
28 Jul 202535min
You’re Always the Problem: The Impossible Reality of Life with a Covert Narcissist
With a covert narcissist, the outcome is always the same: you’re the problem. No matter how gently you speak, how carefully you tread, or how hard you try—somehow, it always comes back to you. That’s ...
21 Jul 202524min
Shame vs Self: The Invisible Wound Behind Narcissistic Traits, guest Dr. Anthony Mazzella
Part one of a 4 part series on Guilt and Shame with guest, Dr. Anthony Mazzella, Psychotherapist & Host of The Narcissism Decoder Podcast What if the root of so much emotional pain, self-sabotage, and...
21 Jul 202534min
Leaving Doesn’t Start with a Go Bag: Why Leaving a Covert Narcissist Takes Time
Leaving a covert narcissist isn’t a single event—it’s a process.In this episode, we break down the myth of the dramatic midnight escape and explore the emotional, psychological, and logistical realiti...
14 Jul 202522min
The Covert Narcissist is Just Enough: Why You Stayed So Long
Why do so many people stay in relationships with covert narcissists for years—sometimes decades? This episode is a raw, honest, and deeply validating exploration of the emotional tug-of-war that keeps...
11 Jul 202520min
Keeping the Peace... at What Cost? How Covert Narcissists Make Everyone Pay for Their Unhappiness
When you're in a relationship with a covert narcissist, peace is often a performance—maintained at the expense of your own emotional well-being. This episode of The Covert Narcissism Podcast explores ...
6 Jul 202521min
