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The Covert Narcissism Podcast

Renee Swanson, Bleav
Covert Narcissism
Emotional Abuse
Mental Health
Divorce
Narcissism
Gaslighting
Narcissistic Abuse
Self-Reflection
Manipulation
Narcissistic Mirroring
Relationships
Boundaries
Trauma Responses
Visualization
Meditation
Mindfulness
Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Resilience
Self-Compassion
Self-Empowerment

Covert narcissistic abuse crushes one’s soul. This podcast is devoted to understanding covert narcissistic abuse, its effect on the victims, and how to heal.

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Latest Episodes

When you live in the backwards, upside-down world of covert narcissistic abuse, your body often understands the danger long before your mind can name it. The symptoms you thought were “random,” “weird,” or “just stress” were actually your nervous sys... more

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Talking to your adult children about a covert narcissistic parent is one of the hardest and most emotionally loaded challenges survivors face. You’re carrying years of truth inside you — experiences that shaped your life, your self-concept, your safe... more

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So many survivors walk into healing believing they were “codependent,” when the truth is far more compassionate and far more accurate:

What you were doing wasn’t codependency — it was fawning, a trauma response your nervous system used to keep you sa... more

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This Thanksgiving episode is unlike any you’ve heard before.

Instead of forcing gratitude outward—toward family, toward traditions, toward circumstances that may feel complicated or painful—this episode brings gratitude back home. To you.

Survivors ... more

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Sarma Melngailis
Author and former restaurateur known for the Netflix series *Bad Vegan*
Author of *The Girl With The Duck Tattoo*
Episode: From “Bad Vegan” to Truth Teller: Sarma Melngailis on Covert Narcissistic Abuse and Self-Discovery
Bree Sullivan-Howell
Family law attorney and author
Sullivan Law Firm
Episode: Crush Your Divorce, Protect Your Peace: A Conversation with Attorney & Author Bree Sullivan-Howell
Dr. Anthony Mazzella
A licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience specializing in trauma, attachment, and the emotional fallout of narcissistic abuse.
Creator and host of The Narcissism Decoder Podcast
Episode: Shame vs Self: The Invisible Wound Behind Narcissistic Traits, guest Dr. Anthony Mazzella
Todd Rennebohm
Host of the Bunny Hugs and Mental Health podcast
Bunny Hugs and Mental Health
Episode: When Addiction, Trauma, and Narcissistic Traits Collide: A Candid Talk with Todd Rennebohm
Jerry Wise
Family systems and self-differentiation expert with over 45 years of experience, marriage and family therapist, addictions therapist, social worker, and relationship coach.
Episode: You Are Not Your Programming: Healing the Narcissistic Wound with Jerry Wise, Part One
Debbie Mirza
Best-selling author of The Covert Passive Aggressive Narcissist and life coach trained by Martha Beck.
debbimirza.com
Episode: The Covert Passive Aggressive Narcissist with Debbie Mirza
Dr. Mazzella
Narcissism expert and therapist
Episode: When Your Adult Child is a Covert Narcissist: A Parent’s Dilemma with Dr. Mazzella
Stephany Ann
Award-winning attorney and advocate for domestic violence victims.
Episode: Turning Your Life Around with Special Guest, Stephany Ann
Rebecca Zung
Narcissist negotiating expert, top attorney, best-selling author
Self-employed
Episode: Can We Negotiate with Covert Narcissists?

Host

Renee Swanson

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Thank you!

    This podcast has helped me so much in navigating through my healing process. The newest episode is speaking volumes to me as I am dealing with an adult son who is struggling with me because his dad went on a smear campaign about me to our son. The tools you provide are so very helpful!! I appreciate you and all you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hopps23
    United States6 days ago
  • Seen and understood

    Renee has been a necessary voice in my journey starting with opening my eyes to the truth of what was really going on and now assisting with my healing and recovery. Renee’s examples are easy to relate to and extremely helpful. I’m not sure if I’ll ever “graduate” from this podcast.😉 I also appreciate the length of the episodes- not too long or too short.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tina78
    United States19 days ago
  • Relevant

    I appreciate this podcast so much it helps me understand better my own feelings

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gullllllllllu
    United States21 days ago
  • 💯 Acurate

    I can’t thank you enough. I don’t think i would have begun my healing journey without your insight. I have finally left my narc. Nothing compares to having been there, done that! your podcasts are on point.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sweet Meadow
    United Statesa month ago
  • I have never felt more seen in my life

    I just left a 20 year relationship that was full of similar events, invalidation, and loneliness. I didn’t realize how bad things were until I started working with a therapist. Thank you, Renee, for sharing your story and helping others through awareness and hope.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NewEra8725
    United States2 months ago

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While the wisdom shared resonates strongly with listeners, there are some critiques about the need for clearer distinctions regarding gender in narratives on narcissism.
Many listeners express gratitude for feeling seen and validated through the discussions on emotional abuse.
The host is praised for her deep understanding and empathy towards victims of covert narcissism.

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Covert Narcissism Unmasked: Sarma Melngailis on Manipulation, Awakening, and Resilience
Q: Do you think it's hard for people to understand how they are manipulated?
Sarma explained how trust in a relationship can lead people to become vulnerable to manipulation, making it harder for others to recognize their situation.
Covert Narcissism Unmasked: Sarma Melngailis on Manipulation, Awakening, and Resilience
Q: How did it feel to play a role just to figure out how to protect yourself?
Sarma shared that it felt mean against her character but necessary to protect herself and the business she was invested in.
Covert Narcissism Unmasked: Sarma Melngailis on Manipulation, Awakening, and Resilience
Q: At what point do you remember finally opening your eyes to all the manipulation?
Sarma describes her awakening as being prompted by someone who pointed out the manipulative nature of her first partner.
Bird in a Cage: Caryn Dixon’s Journey Out of Covert Narcissistic Abuse (Part 1)
Q: Do you see a lot of similarities between your experiences and the experiences of your audience?
One of the things that people keep telling me is that they had no idea what was going on behind the scenes, that I seemed so happy and normal.
Bird in a Cage: Caryn Dixon’s Journey Out of Covert Narcissistic Abuse (Part 1)
Q: Can you just give the listeners here a little bit of information about that, and what's that got to do with what we're talking about today?
An EP is different from an album. Albums usually are like 10 songs, and an EP is shorter, so I have five songs coming out.

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Focusing on the complexities of covert narcissistic abuse, this podcast offers insights into recognizing, understanding, and healing from emotional manipulation. The discussions often center around the psychological impacts of relationships with covert narcissists, addressing topics such as fawning versus codependency, emotional safety, and the importance of self-gratitude. Additionally, the host frequently shares personal anecdotes and practical advice, which is likely beneficial for individuals navigating similar experiences. This podcast serves as a supportive resource for listeners seeking validation, understanding, and actionable strategies for recovery from emotional abuse.

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1. Decoding Narcissism, Manipulation And Toxic Ideas, with Frederik Ribersson
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4. Waking Up to Narcissism
5. The Mental Healness Podcast

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2. Bree Sullivan-Howell
3. Dr. Anthony Mazzella
4. Todd Rennebohm
5. Jerry Wise
6. Debbie Mirza
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