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What is a Narcissist and How to Spot One Immediately
Narcissism is a personality disorder that can be difficult to understand, especially if you’ve never experienced it. People with narcissism have an inflated sense of self-worth and often use others for their own gain.
They’re also very manipulative and don’t care about the feelings or needs of those around them. Learning more about this condition can help you better understand how narcissists operate so that you don’t become one of their victims.
Arrogant or haughty behavior or attitude, self-centeredness
Regarding narcissists, feelings of superiority and specialness are often the most noticeable traits. They believe they deserve special treatment, or they’re convinced you to do. In other words, they have a sense of entitlement.
Narcissists often have an inflated sense of self-importance and uniqueness, manifesting in their behavior as egotism and self-centeredness. Narcissists also tend to exaggerate their skills and accomplishments to others — but these claims are usually exaggerated or false! However, when confronted with this reality by others who know better than their lies (“You didn’t win first place at the science fair”), narcissists will instead resort to blaming someone else for their failures — namely anyone who criticizes them…
