Understanding covert narcissism requires looking beyond observation and learning the dynamics of fragile self-esteem, hypersensitivity to criticism, and feelings of being misunderstood.

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Covert narcissists aren’t like the loud, attention-seeking narcissists people often picture. Instead, they manipulate subtly, presenting themselves as kind, selfless, or even misunderstood. But ...

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The most classic type of narcissism looks like selfishness and a desire to be the center of attention. But narcissism can also present as an extreme desire to win at all costs or hunger for social ...