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50 Slick Ways a Covert Narcissist Subtly Manipulates You

50 Slick Ways a Covert Narcissist Subtly Manipulates You

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Melissa Kalt, M.D.
Jun 03, 2025
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Narcissists consciously or subconsciously love to manipulate others. It gives them a profound sense of satisfaction. They maintain their feelings of superiority while gleaning an abundant narcissistic supply.

According to the American Psychological Association, manipulation is a behavior designed to exploit, control, or otherw…

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