How Much Of A Covert Narcissist Are You Test (Quiz)

Last updated on May 21st, 2025 at 05:34 pm

Have you ever wondered why your kind gestures leave you feeling drained and unseen? Do you catch yourself replaying interactions, asking, “Was I too much?” or “Did I imagine their praise?”

Have you ever wondered why you feel misunderstood, even though you try to connect with others? Or why loneliness seems to be your constant companion despite being surrounded by people?

Covert narcissism, often hidden beneath a shy or humble exterior, may be silently influencing your thoughts and actions. Unlike overt narcissists who exhibit grandiosity and exhibitionism, covert narcissists tend to be emotionally withdrawn, sensitive to criticism, and prone to passive aggression.

Why do you replay every “sorry” that never led to change? What makes silent criticism cut so deep? Which behaviors have you excused as quirks, and where do they cross the line? Drawing on years of counseling real clients and my own revelations, I’ll reveal the exact questions and frameworks that expose covert narcissism—so you can finally map your experiences and claim clarity.

This article aims to help you uncover the subtle patterns of covert narcissism within yourself through a series of questions.