TEN THINGS YOU MUST KNOW ABOUT NARCISSISTS

By: Khalif Barkhadle,
Digital Journalist

Published On: 20th December 2024

1. Inflated sense of self-importance.

Have you ever crossed paths with someone who just seems to believe they’re the best at everything? That’s a classic sign of a narcissist. Their sense of self-importance goes beyond the usual confidence; it’s a deep-seated conviction that they are superior, more competent, and inherently more valuable than those around them. This inflated ego plays out in their behavior, shaping interactions with an air of entitlement and an unquenchable need for constant validation. Think about a family get-together where one member, a classic narcissist, takes center stage in every conversation, steering it towards their achievements and supposed superiority. Regardless of the topic at hand, they manage to weave in their perceived greatness. It’s like attending a solo performance where everyone else becomes part of the audience, expected to applaud and affirm the narcissist’s relentless need for validation.

2. The constant need for admiration.

You know that person who never seems satisfied with the praise they receive? Well, that’s a classic trait of a narcissist. Their need for admiration is like trying to fill a bucket with a hole at the bottom. No matter how much praise they get, it’s never enough. In a relationship, this translates to a perpetual demand for attention, approval, and constant affirmation.