I haven't noticed it but I always think that Im best than everyone else.. I have empathy for other people and I love to help others but sometimes I think Im the best or at least I try really hard. I also believe that I am v ery smart and I constantly put down my boyfriend just to feel superior and it happens with everybvody even if I dont want to. I also think that I have an extraordinary ability for things and that no one can be better...like at art or reading etc... or college. All of this has bugged me for a long time but I always thought I was the nicest girl on earth now I am starting to think that I give myself too much credit! what can I do?....at work, at school, with my family, my friends etc.. I think I am the best... but I don't want them to hate me for that...
2007-04-21 09:47:47 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
No, you are not.
Narcissism is a personality disorder, which is different from mental disorders. The symptoms of personality disorders generally don't bother people. Those who have personality disorders typically don't see anything wrong with they way they are.
You, on the other hand, are concerned about these things and you are thinking critically about them. Narcissism involves excessive self-interest in one's own image at the direct expense of any empathic abilities for others. You might have some security issues, but not Narcissistic Personality Disorder.
2007-04-21 09:51:59 · answer #1 · answered by Buying is Voting 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A narcissist would never ask what you are asking. You're just concerned you're getting stuck up and snooty.
What do you do? Be grateful for your boyfriend and let him know what you like/love about him. Do the same for your friends. Everytime you feel you're superior, think of something to be grateful for.
Look at what you are good at and give yourself credit, but realize where you need work so you can get to work on those areas. And realize what you are not good at so you can be grateful for those people that are gifted in those areas.
2007-04-21 16:55:14 · answer #2 · answered by Shrieking Panda 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With that attitude hell yes you're, have you counted how many times do you use "I". Narcissistic and eager to seek approval. You're a real catch ha, ha, ha!!!!
Thanks for the laugh and the 2 points anyway, hey something good should come out of you anyways.
2007-04-21 16:57:25 · answer #3 · answered by Lil' Gay Monster 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You aren't a narcissist... as a matter of fact, you kind of s-u-c-k. I'm better than you and likely smarter than you, too. HA. I'm just being honest.
2007-04-21 17:32:53 · answer #4 · answered by Kacey Smith 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think you are Narcissistic, but maybe Borderline. most people with narcissism are men.
2007-04-21 16:52:57 · answer #5 · answered by Randi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋