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Types of Narcissist part two

11 Sept 2024 · 1 min

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In this brief video, the presenter introduces the vulnerable or covert narcissist, also called a closet narcissist. They explain that these individuals often appear shy, self‑effacing, and inhibited, yet remain highly self‑focused. Key characteristics highlighted include hypersensitivity, chronic envy, a strong craving for recognition, defensiveness to criticism, and a tendency to present themselves as victims. Their manipulative behavior is described as passive‑aggressive, often involving staged crises or crying to attract attention. The video also notes that vulnerable narcissists commonly struggle with anxiety and depression. The presenter concludes by mentioning a short holiday break before continuing the series on other narcissist types.

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Hello and welcome to the next video on the types of narcissists. Uh, so the next one is a vulnerable or covert narcissist, also known as a closet narcissist. They can appear to be shy, self-effacing, uh, but still highly self-focused. Uh, they can appear inhibited, manifestly distressed, hypersensitive, chronically envious. They crave recognition, uh, defensive when criticized. Um, they are often abjectly miserable. Their suffering is worse than anyone else's. They present as victims. They're quick to cry or stage a crisis to gain attention, and their manipulative behaviors are exhibited in a passive-aggressive manner. And they tend to struggle with anxiety and/or depression. Um, I'm off on holiday for a bit, so keep an eye out for the next types of narcissists when I get back.