The Best Form of Revenge: How to Triumph Over Covert Narcissistic Discard.
While seeking revenge is generally not considered healthy or constructive, it is understandable that you may have a desire to find a sense of justice or regain a sense of power and control after being discarded by a Covert narcissist.
Unlike their more overt counterparts, covert narcissists are akin to emotional chameleons. They adeptly shift their colours, maintaining a façade of kindness, humility, and empathy. Their gentle and seemingly compassionate exterior can be highly convincing, and for those in a relationship with them, this act can form the basis of a powerful bond that feels unique, special, and highly intimate.
However, behind this carefully curated image lies a self-absorbed individual whose primary concern is their own emotional needs and wants, often at the expense of their partner’s wellbeing. They have mastered the art of subtle manipulation, ensuring their needs are met while leaving their partner feeling confused, invalidated, and ultimately emotionally depleted.
The modus operandi of the covert narcissist can make the inevitable moment of being discarded by them profoundly disconcerting.
“Discarding” is a term used in psychology to describe a phase at the end of a relationship with a narcissist. This phase is…
