Are You Dealing With a Narcissist or Just an Asshole?
The Hopelessly Insecure Man. This man is related to the proud and arrogant type, but is less violent and harder to spot. His ego is fragile, his sense of self insecure, and if he feels himself deceived or attacked, the hurt will simmer. He will attack you in bites that will take forever to get big enough for you to notice. If you find you have dece
... See moreRobert Greene • The 48 Laws of Power
someone who has low self-esteem is really a narcissist in disguise, because both share the obsession with the self, no matter if it’s awesome or awful.
Alex Dobrenko` • What Does Your Stupid Art Even Do for the World?
Since a narcissist has no boundaries and could not care less about your boundaries, all interactions you have with them have the potential of becoming hideous.
Rokelle Lerner • The Object of My Affection Is in My Reflection: Coping with Narcissists
Until you really get to know narcissists, you may think that they’re some of the most charming, compelling people you’ve ever met. They’re fun to be around at parties, are engaging conversationalists, tell amusing stories, and give their opinion on everything in the world. They are charming, that is, until you get to know them; that’s when you’re a
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