A covert narcissist is a subtle and hard-to-detect type of narcissist. Covert narcissists often appearing charming, modest, or even insecure on the surface, yet they lean on the same toxic traits as their more obvious counterparts.
Think of them as wolves in sheep's clothing. They're the narcissists who fly under the radar, making them potentially more dangerous than their "overt" counterparts. Here's what you need to know:
They may seem nice, generous, and caring at first glance.
Like all narcissists, they have a sense of grandiosity, crave attention and validation, and feel entitled.
They lack empathy, are hypersensitive, manipulative, and disrespect others' boundaries.
Instead of outward aggression, they often use passive-aggressive tactics like the silent treatment, emotional withdrawal, or guilt-tripping.
They're masters at playing the victim.
Despite their "good guy" or "great gal" act, they're just as destructive as more obvious narcissists.
Remember, a wolf is still a wolf, no matter how fluffy the sheep's clothing. These wolves are out to fleece you, so stay alert and trust your instincts if something feels off.