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Baiting Tactics of Covert Narcissists: Signs, Examples, and How to Respond

Baiting Tactics of Covert Narcissists: Signs, Examples, and How to Respond

Update: 2025-07-28
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Baiting is one of the most maddening—and most misunderstood—tactics used by covert narcissists. It’s the emotional equivalent of poking you with a stick just to watch you react, then sitting back and saying, “Wow… look how angry you are.”


In this episode, we unpack exactly how covert narcissists bait you into emotional reactions—and why they benefit from pushing your buttons. From passive-aggressive digs and guilt trips to carefully crafted public humiliation, we break down the subtle ways they set you up to explode while they keep their mask perfectly intact.


You’ll hear:




  • Real-life examples of narcissistic baiting




  • Why they want you to react (and what they gain from it)




  • Sarcastic comebacks you’ll want to say—but probably shouldn’t




  • Tools for staying grounded, using the Gray Rock method, and protecting your peace




If you’ve ever walked away from a conversation thinking, “How did I just become the bad guy again?”—this episode is for you.


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Baiting Tactics of Covert Narcissists: Signs, Examples, and How to Respond

Baiting Tactics of Covert Narcissists: Signs, Examples, and How to Respond

Bleav + Renee Swanson