How does your partner react when you achieve success or recognition?

They genuinely celebrate your accomplishments and feel proud of your achievements

They acknowledge your success but quickly shift the focus back to themselves or their achievements

They downplay your success or express jealousy, making it about their struggles and hardships

When you share your thoughts and feelings, how does your partner respond?

They actively listen, empathize, and offer support or comfort when needed

They sometimes listen, but their responses often center around their own experiences or feelings

They tend to dismiss or invalidate your emotions and redirect the conversation to their problems or concerns

How does your partner handle disagreements or conflicts in the relationship?

They engage in open, respectful communication and work together to find resolutions

They often become defensive or blame you, making it challenging to address issues constructively

They manipulate situations to make you feel guilty or responsible for any problems in the relationship

How does your partner behave toward your friends and family in social situations?

They show genuine interest and respect towards your loved ones, building positive relationships with them

They may be polite but often express impatience or disinterest in spending time with your friends and family

They attempt to isolate you from your support system, portraying your loved ones negatively to keep you emotionally dependent on them

How does your partner react when you need emotional support during a difficult time?

They provide comfort, empathy, and assistance without making it about them

They offer support but may subtly steer the conversation back to their problems or challenges

They may downplay your difficulties and make you feel as though their issues are more significant

How does your partner handle criticism or feedback from you?

They listen, reflect, and consider your perspective, working together to make improvements

They may become defensive or counter with criticisms of their own, making it challenging to address concerns

They react with anger, denial, or emotional manipulation when you provide feedback

Does your partner often make grandiose claims about themselves or their accomplishments?

No, they tend to be humble and modest in their self-assessment

Occasionally, they may mention their achievements, but it's not excessive

Yes, they frequently make exaggerated claims about their accomplishments and talents

How does your partner respond when you need some time alone or space for self-care?

They respect your need for solitude and encourage you to take care of yourself

They may express a bit of insecurity but eventually accept your need for alone time

They become excessively clingy or angry when you seek solitude or independence

Does your partner often use guilt or emotional manipulation to get what they want in the relationship?

No, they generally communicate their needs and desires openly without resorting to manipulation

Occasionally, they may use guilt tactics, but it's not a dominant pattern in the relationship

Yes, they frequently employ guilt and manipulation to control your actions and decisions

How does your partner react when you achieve success or recognition?

They genuinely celebrate your accomplishments and feel proud of your achievements

They acknowledge your success but quickly shift the focus back to themselves or their achievements

They downplay your success or express jealousy, making it about their struggles and hardships

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10 Questions | Total Attempts: 1641 | Updated: Nov 30, 2023

Do you ever wonder if your partner's behavior might indicate covert narcissism? Relationships can sometimes be a puzzle, and certain traits can go unnoticed. This "Am I dating a covert narcissist" quiz is here to provide you with some insights. Explore this quiz to understand better your partner's behavior and the dynamics in your relationship.

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