Are You Dealing With a Narcissist or Just an Asshole?

Contrary to what transpersonalists seem to suggest, individualism is not solipsism, the belief that the self can know nothing but its own modifications and that in fact nothing but the self exists. And it is narcissism, not individualism, that inclines one to the attitude that nothing external to one’s skin is worthy of attention—narcissism (in its

Covert: These narcissists are so good at hiding what they do, it makes it difficult for those in a relationship with them to convince others of the truth. They’re sneaky and passive-aggressive in their approach and are able to manipulate without another person’s awareness at first. The vulnerable group is always covert. Because of the very nature o

The concern is when the self becomes the focus over their goals, even at the cost of other people’s wants and needs. And it’s at this point it branches off into a personality disorder, rather than a person who’s simply secure in who they are.

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.

Research shows that about half of all people classed as narcissistic are driven by inward shame. The other half simply think that they are better than everyone else. Grandiose traits of superiority may be an escape from feelings of inadequacy, but they may also simply be the legacy of false empowerment.