Narcissism is characterized by selfishness, excessive self-love, aggression, and conceit. It can be detrimental to relationships, with signs including a lack of empathy, unrealistic goals, and a tendency to blame others. Narcissists may also project their insecurities onto others.
The term “narcissism” can refer to a variety of different behaviors and traits, most of which exhibit signs of selfishness, excessive self-love, aggression, and conceit. The signs of narcissism can therefore be quite varied and sometimes difficult to recognize. This condition is usually present in a person engaged in some sort of relationship, be it romantic or platonic. Narcissism is often ultimately detrimental to the health of the relationship and the people who participate in it.
A lack of empathy for others and a lack of consideration for the feelings of others are two signs of narcissism that are quite easy to notice. A self-centered person will tend to ignore the feelings of others or ignore them completely. The narcissist will expect others to follow her plans or ideas without question, and other ideas or plans will be completely ignored. The narcissist may be extremely critical of others to improve their position and mask what may ultimately be a serious insecurity. Many narcissists compensate for their own shortcomings or insecurities by projecting them onto others.
Other signs of narcissism can include feeling that others are out to “get” or destroy the person and that no one can be trusted. The narcissist may actively go about destroying relationships in fear that others are trying to hold him back or drag him down. In many cases, the narcissist will be exceptionally critical of others and will express extreme contempt or dislike for people who are different or otherwise perceived as inferior. These can hide the narcissist’s sense of self-worth, which they may lack altogether.
One of the most common signs of narcissism, especially in interpersonal relationships, is the tendency to set unrealistic goals for others. When another person cannot achieve these unattainable goals, the narcissist may blame that person for essentially ruining the relationship. The narcissist may also feel as if others in the relationship are jealous of him or her. Conversely, the narcissist may also exaggerate their own successes and hyperbolize their contributions to the success of a relationship. He or she will generally try to take power in the relationship and hang on to it no matter what the cost.
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