The world is full of narcissist, it just is what it is. For those of you who don’t know what a narcissist is, a narcissism is an extreme sense of self involvement. So much so that they ignore the needs and wants of those around them. A true narcissist simply has no feelings, they don’t understand how their behavior and actions can effect other people.
How to tell if someone is an authentic narcissist:
Narcissists have an inflated sense of their own importance, and they often believe they are superior to others. They may exaggerate their achievements or talents, and they may expect special treatment.
Narcissists need constant admiration and praise from others. They may fish for compliments or they may become jealous or angry if someone else gets attention.
Narcissists believe they deserve special treatment and privileges. They may expect others to cater to their needs and desires.
Narcissists have difficulty understanding or caring about the feelings of others. They may be seen as cold, callous, or uncaring.
- The person does not consider other people and is not interested in your needs and feelings. The relationship feels one-sided and all about them.
- This shows a degree of coldness; however, some people are only moved by the suffering of loved ones, while other people empathize with plants.
- They are poor listeners, they only seem to care about what is going on in their life, not others.
- They have the ‘it’s my way or the highway’ attitude.
- They are often liars and cheaters in relationships.
Narcissists will exploit others to get what they want. They may take advantage of others’ kindness or generosity.
Narcissists often come across as arrogant or haughty. They may look down on others and they may make critical or dismissive comments.
Remember that everyone exhibits some narcissistic traits from time to time. If these traits are pervasive and interfere with a person’s ability to have healthy relationships, it may be a sign of narcissistic personality disorder.
If you are in a relationship with someone who exhibits these signs, it is important to seek professional help. A therapist can help you to understand the narcissist’s behavior and develop coping mechanisms.