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    In Sheep's Clothing: All About Covert Narcissists
    In Sheep's Clothing: All About Covert Narcissists
    In Sheep's Clothing: All About Covert Narcissists
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    In Sheep's Clothing: All About Covert Narcissists

    By Cynthia Bailey-Rug

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    Do you know someone others think is very kind, caring and maybe even a bit naive, yet possesses a vicious side that only you have seen? You may be in the presence of a covert narcissist.

    These evil people abuse in devious, sneaky ways while hiding behind a mask of kindness, martyrdom and innocence. They are among the most dangerous people in society, yet they often go unnoticed.

    "In Sheep’s Clothing: All About Covert Narcissists" will help you to learn to identify and cope with these dangerous people, as well as show you ways to heal from their abuse.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherCynthia Bailey-Rug
    Release dateNov 16, 2017
    ISBN9781370132348
    In Sheep's Clothing: All About Covert Narcissists
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    Cynthia Bailey-Rug

    Cynthia Bailey-Rug is happily married to Eric Rug. Together they live near Annapolis, Maryland with their menagerie of lovely pets.Cynthia has been a Christian since 1996, and believes God has called her to write. She always loved writing, but realized it was her purpose in 2003. She has since written many articles, and several books. She also has edited books for other up and coming authors. She enjoys reading, animals, classic cars, crafts, gardening, gadgets, and spending time with her friends and pets.She has written the following books:Non-fiction:My Narcissistic Abuse Healing JournalWhen A Narcissistic Parent Dies: Expanded VersionRegrettably Related: A Guide to Toxic In-lawsWhen Love Hurts: Loving A NarcissistWhen A Narcissistic Parent DiesIn Sheep's Clothing: All About Covert NarcissistsThe Truth About Elderly NarcissistsIt's Not You, It's Them! When People Are More Than SelfishChildren and Narcissistic Personality Disorder: A Guide For ParentsLife After Narcissistic Abuse: There Is Healing and HopeIt's All About ME! The Facts About Maternal NarcissismYou Are Not Alone!Emerging From The ChrysalisA Witness Of FaithLessons From The Heart: What Animals Have Taught Me About Life And LoveAll I Know About Marriage...I Learned The Hard Way!Pawprints On Our HeartsBaptism of JoyRomantic InspirationsFacets Of LoveBiblical Perspectives On Narcissism Mini Book Series:The Basics Of Narcissistic Personality DisorderWays Narcissists Abuse And How To CopeShould I End My Relationship With A Narcissist?Biblical Perspectives Mini Books:How To Honor Abusive ParentsLoving Someone With Complex Post Traumatic Stress DisorderCrochet Patterns:Cuddly Kittens Scarf Crochet PatternGnome Mushroom House Crochet PatternMarie's Doily Or Rug Crochet PatternWhite Squirrel Crochet PatternCross Stitch Patterns:Beware Of People Who Dislike Cats Cross Stitch Pattern 1Beware Of People Who Dislike Cats Cross Stitch Pattern 2Monarch Butterfly on Chrysalis Cross Stitch Pattern"My Cat" Cross Stitch PatternPainted Lady Butterfly on Yellow Marigold Flower Cross Stitch PatternPurple and Yellow Iris Flower Cross Stitch PatternSeagull On Rock By Chesapeake Bay Cross Stitch PatternTiger Swallowtail Butterfly On Purple Phlox Flowers Cross Stitch PatternWhite Rose of Sharon Cross Stitch PatternWhite Squirrel Cross Stitch PatternYellow Butterfly on Yellow Marigold Flower Cross Stitch PatternFiction:Sins Of The FatherThe Christian Woman’s Guide To Killing Her HusbandAll books are available on her website at:www.CynthiaBaileyRug.com

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      This title is blatantly plagiarized from one of the greatest books ever written, with the EXACT same and unique name, on Covert, Passive-Aggressive Narcassists by Dr. George Simon, a respected global expert on this subject, with HIS book being a "must read" for anyone dealing with these dangerous predators.

      This author is intentionally trying to ride on the shirt tails of a distinguished and ACTUAL expert on this important topic. I can't believe there hasn't been a copyright infringement claim filed! If this is the way this author chooses to conduct business, she's not much better than the Narcassist's she claims to know about. Doing something this blatantly wrong leaves no room for trusting anything this woman "might" have to say, if the words she writes are even hers. Shame on the author and publisher... #zerostars
    • 2/5
      If you're looking for a definition of covert narcissism this book is okay but if you're looking for how to to deal with it this book's main answer is prayer. I think physical reality solutions are more appropriate. If people are spiritual they already have prayer if not they certainly don't want to keep being told that is the answer.

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    In Sheep's Clothing - Cynthia Bailey-Rug

    In Sheep’s Clothing: All About Covert Narcissists

    By Cynthia Bailey-Rug

    Smashwords Edition

    Copyright 2017 Cynthia Bailey-Rug

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    © Copyright 2017 by Cynthia Bailey-Rug. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without written permission by the author. Please visit http://www.CynthiaBaileyRug.com to contact author via her website or email author at CynthiaBaileyRug@aol.com.

    Smashwords Edition, License Notes

    This ebook is licensed for your personal enjoyment only. This ebook may not be re-sold or given away to other people. If you would like to share this book with another person, please purchase an additional copy for each recipient. If you’re reading this book and did not purchase it, or it was not purchased for your use only, then please return to your favorite ebook retailer and purchase your own copy. Thank you for respecting the hard work of this author.

    Cover art by Ms. Pandora Hartman. Contact information: phfoxy1@gmail.com

    Unless otherwise noted, all Scriptures are taken from the King James Version of the Bible.

    *****

    Other books by this author:

    Non-fiction:

    The Truth About Elderly Narcissists

    It’s Not You, It’s Them: When People are More Than Selfish

    Children And Narcissistic Personality Disorder: A Guide For Parents

    Life After Narcissistic Abuse: There Is Healing And Hope

    It’s All About Me! The Facts About Maternal Narcissism

    You Are Not Alone!

    Emerging From The Chrysalis

    A Witness Of Faith

    Lessons From The Heart: What Animals Have Taught Me About Life And Love

    All I Know About Marriage...I Learned The Hard Way!

    Pawprints On Our Hearts

    Baptism Of Joy

    Romantic Inspirations

    Facets Of Love

    Fiction:

    Sins Of The Father

    The Christian Woman’s Guide To Killing Her Husband

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    Table Of Contents

    Other_Books_By_This_Author

    Introduction

    Chapter_1_What_Is_A_Covert_Narcissist

    Chapter_2_How_They_Abuse

    Chapter_3_Dealing_With_Covert_Narcissist

    Chapter_4_At_The_End_Of_Your_Rope

    Chapter_5_Healing

    Epilogue

    About_The_Author

    Where_To_Find_Cynthia_Bailey_Rug_Online

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    Introduction

    Most people who know even a small amount about Narcissistic Personality Disorder know plenty about the typical overt narcissist. They are loud, brash and brag shamelessly about their talents, looks, and accomplishments. They act like they are special, and demand you treat them accordingly. They also must be the center of attention at all times, even if their behavior makes them look foolish.

    However, there is another, much lesser known type of narcissist. They are the opposite of the overt narcissist in many ways. Much quieter and more subtle in their actions, they can abuse undetected often for extended periods of time. Their victims often feel guilty or even crazy for thinking this person would purposely hurt them, because this person often acts innocent, even naïve. Under the façade of naïveté however lies a devious, selfish, evil person. Almost no one sees the real monster behind the façade, so their victims are seldom believed.

    These monsters are known as covert or introverted narcissists. For the sake of simplicity, we will refer to them as covert narcissists in this book. We also will refer to them as she although all narcissists can be male or female, and assume the narcissist that caused you to want to read this book is your parent. Most of my readers deal with narcissistic parents, so the book is geared for them. The information provided, however, applies to any covert narcissist, regardless of their gender or position in your life.

    Covert narcissists are everywhere, causing immeasurable pain and suffering to many who cross their path. Yet, in spite of their cruelty, they are seldom called out on their behavior.

    Covert narcissists are, as the name implies, covert in their actions. Their abusive behavior is hidden beneath the air of false concern or the guise of pretending to help. They also have mastered the appearance of innocence and naïveté. Because of these things, their victims are seldom believed, and often, feel as if they are going crazy.

    In this book, I plan to explain everything I have learned about covert narcissists and how to cope with them through study as well as my own experiences, which are (sadly) vast. And, just so you know, I am not a mental health professional.

    My faith in God has been a tremendous help to me in learning what I will discuss in this book, and I will refer to it frequently. I hope you share my faith, but even if you do not, this book still can help you.

    My prayer is that you and everyone who reads this book will be helped greatly by it. May you gain insight into why the covert narcissist treats you as they do, find healthy ways to cope with them if you opt to continue the relationship, find the safest way to sever ties with them if that is your decision, and may you find ways to heal from the damage they have caused in your life.

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    Chapter One – What Is A Covert Narcissist?

    One word that I believe sums up covert narcissists extremely well is deceptive. They excel at presenting the image of a good person to the world even though their true selves are evil, conniving and devious. In fact, victims often have trouble accepting that the covert narcissist is abusive. They believe they are reading too much into the covert narcissist’s words or actions, or think they are being petty, immature or oversensitive, at least until they learn about covert narcissism. People who know both the narcissist and victim frequently end up defending and protecting the narcissist while shaming and invalidating the victim.

    I grew up with an overtly narcissistic mother and covertly narcissistic father. At age seventeen, I started to see that something was very wrong with my upbringing, and I thought my mother was my only abuser. She was the loud, brash, bossy, cruel and verbally abusive one. My father was nothing like that. He was much more laid back. He did not yell or scream at me. Compared to the hours of screaming, criticizing, tearing me down and manipulating me that my mother dished out, my father seemed to me like a very good parent. It was not until I was in my early

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