
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

Rent Free in My Head: How Covert Narcissists Keep Controlling You After You Leave
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....
4 Jul 202522min

Implode or Explode: How Covert Narcissists React When You Call Them Out
What happens when you finally speak the truth to a covert narcissist? Whether you’re pointing out a small forgotten chore or confronting them about a huge betrayal, the emotional fallout can feel over...
29 Jun 202521min

Is This Really Healing… or Just Behavior Management? The Dry Drunk Parallel in Covert Narcissistic Abuse
When the yelling stops, the lies fade, and the manipulative games come to a halt… does it mean they are getting better? In this episode, we explore the confusing and disorienting experience of living ...
26 Jun 202521min

But Do You Really Care: How Covert Narcissists Fake Empathy
Empathy — we all think we know what it means, until we’re in a relationship where it’s missing. Covert narcissists are often skilled at sounding emotionally intelligent. They can say the right words, ...
22 Jun 202518min






















