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Cognitive Dissonance and Covert Narcissistic Abuse: Why You Couldn't See It Sooner
If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why didn’t I see it sooner?” after being in a covert narcissistic relationship, you are not alone. The truth is, you didn’t miss the signs—your body was recognizing them long before your mind could make sense of what was happening.
In this episode, we break down the confusing experience of cognitive dissonance in covert narcissistic abuse—why your body felt anxious, tense, or unsafe while your mind continued to justify, minimize, or explain away the behavior. You’ll learn how your nervous system detects emotional threat outside of your conscious awareness, and…
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