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“I don’t really know who she is or how I found her but wow…this episode explains why we can’t make decisions omg… from husband AND childhood for me. My sister who was more like golden child as I was the clearly differentiated scapegoat can not get my struggles at all to this day. Thanks for...”Read full review »
Purely M via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/02/24
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“This is a wonderful blend between information, thought provoking and empathic . I particularly loved the most recent episode”
wennifurcoat via Apple Podcasts ·
Ireland ·
08/09/24
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“I started listening to this podcast after my divorce. It has made such a tremendous difference in how I see myself in that 27 year relationship. My ex-spouse has tried every way possible to make me the Narcissist and he has been very successful at it. I was apologizing for things that I didn’t...”Read full review »
Victimnomore2024 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/24
“I discovered this podcast after leaving a 28-year marriage with a covert narcissist. At the time, I was unaware of why I couldn’t make my marriage work and felt compelled to study and research the emotional abuse I had endured throughout my life. I needed help to understand myself and to change...”Read full review »
Rebeccajake via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/24
“After listening to only a few of these podcasts it’s quite familiar what I’m hearing from the show “stopping the self doubt and how to become narcissist resilient” this is so true it makes me gag, because I have dealt with abuse from my mom my entire life. I have not known any better and I fell...”Read full review »
Beachcat77 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/24
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“Much relate with concept of pain buildup over time, hardly notice change.”
GRJNS via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/24
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“Along with AJ Mahari’s podcast, “Surviving BPD Relationship Breakups,” this series by Renee Swanson has helped me a great deal. I am recovering from a toxic romantic relationship with an undiagnosed person with BPD (and co-morbid possibly NPD). Three months after going full No Contact, I am still...”Read full review »
BD1ddy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“Well-composed and well-executed.”
P3aches77 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/05/24
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“Some of these episodes infer that narcissism is more prevalent in males. This is misleading to say the least.
I’ve been in two separate relationships with covert narcissist personality types. I’m male and both my partners in these relationships were female.
Narcissistic personalities aren’t...”Read full review »
Tate Causea via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
11/25/23
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“I almost backward google searched covert narcissism when I found out I had been breadcrumbed, gaslighted, stonewalled—and this last relationship left me so confused. Thank you so much for this podcast. Recognizing I was with a covert narcissist and the emotional and verbal abuse I went through...”Read full review »
Nish the Dish via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/21/23
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“I fell head over heals when I met my husband. He was the whole package, Handsome, brilliant, educated, independent, traditional, responsible, well-off and more. Moreover, he came from a very large close-knit traditional family. Everyone in his family was as born with a welcoming charismatic...”Read full review »
McAwesomest via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/23/23
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“This podcast is like oxygen to me! The subtle “lack of give” now has a LABEL rather than me about to plead insanity! Every mind doubting moment of the countless I have suffered, are now validated because you have defined and explained! I can now send a podcast to a love-bombed church member or...”Read full review »
really this is nuts via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/06/23
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“It’s like you are in my marriage. I have felt so lost wondering… I needed this more than you know. I will follow and use the resources. Thank you”
Jelly been 8707🤗 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/29/23
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“This podcast is so good. It’s just like she is talking to me. The examples she uses are accurate. I love that she gives ways to help in the situation instead of just talking about the narcissist and what they are doing. She gives good insight on how to stop your reaction to things and how to...”Read full review »
JenTris4Water via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/23/23
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“To the folks in the back, couples can be comprised of more than those described as heteronormative. How embarrassed you should be.”
Notaboomer66 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/18/23
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“I hope the word is getting out about these people.
My ex is a narc/addict. I gave 24 yrs recovery/relapse.
Grateful I learned a lot in therapy & alanon.
I except now he was not really in the weekly therapy,
had to treat the addiction first , never got to narcissism.
Not my life anymore,just...”Read full review »
life defined via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/23
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“A friend of mine sent me a clip and I didn’t think I knew any narcissist, but I listened. It blew my mind! I had so many thoughts running around - “I wasn’t crazy”, “I knew I didn’t say THAT”, “THANK GOD!”, “wow…this sounds like my experience”, “oh my GOD!! I was married to a narcissist this...”Read full review »
GreatJoy! via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/10/23
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“It’s like a different but same version of my life and it’s sad/nice to hear that there are so many people out there who know EXACTLY what I’ve been through.
Absolutely love this podcast”
prncsdiana via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/09/23
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“This is an exact description of my life right now! 8 years (now 9 years smh) nothing has changed, with my husband and I felt crazy and couldn’t understand what was happening in my life! I came across one day Covert Narcissism after googling and it was like lightning hit and it all made sense! My...”Read full review »
Shaejace via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/31/23
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“Renee is a great communicator. She has taught me a lot and cuts through the crap”
Hindifan via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/26/23
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“I do enjoy the podcast but the content is too little for all the needs to mention the owner of the podcast name again and again.
This is the reason why I now unsubscribe. It has to be about the subject not the host. In my opinion.”
…hhm via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
05/01/23
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“I’m so glad I found this podcast, it’s been an invaluable resource. Just knowing there are other people who have been through this type of insidiously dangerous abuse - and have made it to the other side to find healthy love and life again - restores my hope!”
GRGarner via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/27/23
“Came upon this podcast this morning and omg I have never felt less crazy then I did listening it to. It’s like you we’re discussing my situation. Ik my situation isn’t unique, sadly, because there are so many narcissists among us but Tysm for making me seem a lot less crazy!!”
geerardMCRfraankx3 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/21/23
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“Just found this and it has quickly provided a ton of value. I recommend the episode What Is Cognitive Dissonence. I have never had to rewind and relisten to any podcast episode so much. I learned a lot about myself and my relationships and plan to process and apply the tools. I tool so many notes...”Read full review »
Sombrio Simon via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/16/23
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“I have never found a podcast that is so completely accurate. I can’t explain how helpful this podcast is. She knows exactly how to explain covert narcissists and makes you feel like your not crazy. She’s amazing!”
flaunt22 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/24/23
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“The episode on going to counseling with a narcissist gave me flashbacks to how insidious it is when the therapist sides with the covert narcissist because they have no training about dealing with this personality style. I wish I had known to look for a trauma-informed therapist who is...”Read full review »
ght230878 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/18/23
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“The first episode (29) I listened to sounded like your guest was reading my thoughts!
I was married 34 years. The first 10 we’re ok. The last 10 were complete unhappiness.
I have never felt more peace and freedom since we divorced and I’ve learned SO much about covert narcissism with every step...”Read full review »
lrw870 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/23
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“My counselor sent me a couple podcasts that she felt might help me and in the process, I found you! I've been married for 30 years and with my husband almost 33 years. I was 17 when I met him. I had no clue what a narcissist was. Now, I realize my husband is a covert narcissist and my journey...”Read full review »
brb1234567 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/23
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“I want to thank you so much for creating this podcast! I have been married to a covert narcissist for 20 years! But only recently have figured out who he really is! I have had spine chilling moments with him, and I am in fear for my life, can u do a podcast on signs if your in danger from your...”Read full review »
Narcfreezone via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/15/23
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“If someone’s behavior is making you crazy or confusing you this is a must. The intricacies of Covert Narcissism are so difficult to explain and she does a fantastic job of validating and explaining the fog. I have already referred this to several people and will continue to do so. Literally a...”Read full review »
mm11:11 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/06/23
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“As a child of 2 narcissists, and then marrying one this podcast has helped me understand my choices and how to out-think the crazy they brought to my life. Looking forward to an episode on adults who have narcissistic family members. I’m one of 3 siblings, the two other are definitely...”Read full review »
Jeanzin7 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/20/22
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“I have been listening for a few months. This podcast is great. I have been healing from my narcissistic abuse from my parents and ex boyfriends. Renee thank you for the work you are doing. All these past episodes about the holidays is helping me be less anxious and to lower my expectations. Thank...”Read full review »
BekahlovesJesus via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/19/22
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“I am only on episode 4 and have never felt so validated in my life. My dad literally just wrote me off after a petty incident where he lost his keys and it is impossible to explain 40+ years of toxic insanity without feeing crazy yourself. I am on a healing journey to rid myself of the family’s...”Read full review »
Mermermermerwhit via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/18/22
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“Just as you can’t unsee what you saw, you can’t unhear what you heard. This podcast is so powerful for victims of covert narcissists to make sense of what is happening. Once that lightbulb goes off, you can never shut off the light. Thank you for all that you do.”
habsfan4evee via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
12/01/22
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“Incredibly apropos! Kudos Renee for saving lives, especially those of innocent and helpless children caught in the crossfire.”
Sepideh Moayed via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/16/22
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“I have listened to many podcasts and Renee not only understands Covert Narcissism and the abuse but you can feel that she has life experience and she shares examples that resonate with you and validate your own experience. Thank you Renee!!!”
Mishka mini via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/12/22
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“Helped me so much.”
Emmabee11 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/22
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“change my life only for the better she is right to the point doesn’t pay her Shane which is so helpful. so knowledgeable I’m deathly gonna do one of the classes certain service I will call the podcast I listen to every episode probably aboutTimes at least can’t say enough positive things to know...”Read full review »
zzzzzaaccc via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/01/22
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“Your story is my life through one 21 year long marriage with a child, so so relatable as well as a recent 3 year relationship.
I thought I was going crazy because I was Trauma Bonded but once I heard your own examples and the use of ‘every word will be used against you’, I knew I had found the...”Read full review »
Bionichute via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/29/22
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“I would like more time spent on adults who had Narc. parents and not spouses. Im not happy that all examples involve renees ex.”
56denise via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/08/22
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“Thank you Renée, I feel this is me with your examples. It describes my relationship, my marriage, my family so accurately. I’m not alone!”
SLDD recovery via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/29/22
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“I laughed as I listened to some (a lot) of these. NOT because funny at all, but because I felt she had been in my house, in my marriage! She was so on target. Ahhh…so good to not be alone and feel a camaraderie, even in a crappy place.”
Strong71 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/18/22
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“You spoke my secrets into the world. You gave me validation I’ve been seeking for the past two years in my life with a covert narcissist. I think I’ve cried through every podcast; I finally feel not alone. Your podcast has become the beginning to my journey of being released from this horrible...”Read full review »
Submissive Damsel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/04/22
“Thank you so very much. I really liked the one on rights, and especially your re-write of the Miranda rights. Fantastic!
Again, thank you, Renee.”
Hooray Aj via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
06/27/22
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“Renee is concise and to the point. The pod has great production value and I am so intensely grateful she has put this information out in such an accessible format. This podcast has given me the tools to realize that the abuse I am suffering isn’t about me and was never about me. Please keep it up...”Read full review »
Only Sane Floridian via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/17/22
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“I appreciate this podcast. It has helped me understand why I feel like I can never do anything right in this relationship.”
Sportsphotogirl13 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/09/22
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“I cannot express how valuable and valued this pod is. Practical and informative. I feel I may survive this after listening to almost all the pods. Thanks so much.”
Mattmjh via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/06/22
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“I cannot express, in words, how helpful this podcast has been to me. I have learned SO much and I’ve been able to work through much of my angst and confusion with the help of this podcast. Renee’s compassionate, yet completely honest, content delivery has been a priceless tool in my continuing...”Read full review »
combatmarshmallow via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/23/22
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“Today’s episode came at the perfect time: I’ve been “cocooning” for a couple of months and was wondering what was going on. Thanks to this podcast, I now understand it as a normal part of the healing process. Although my NEX has elements of both overt and covert, this podcast has been extremely...”Read full review »
didogirl78 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/22/22
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“If you’ve met (or been trapped) by a COVERT Narc, this is THE podcast. Every goosebump on my body is raised listening to the examples. If you’re nodding along - keep listening to the help provided here….”
JRM4Real via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/11/22
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