Lauren Spencer Smith – Narcissist

How to Recognize a Covert Narcissist

Narcissists prize loyalty because it guarantees a steady, unquestioning source of validation, protection, and control. 👉A loyal person keeps giving attention, praise, and emotional energy, even when the narcissist is cruel or unfair, which maintains the narcissist’s fragile self‑esteem. 👉Loyal partners, friends, or family defend the narcissist, cover for their behavior, or lie on their behalf, shielding them from criticism, exposure, or fallout. 👉Having someone “ride or die” for them confirms