Narcissism, a covert Inferiority complex

Narcissistsblove themselves excessively, and they often focus on a specific aspect of themselves. Sometimes it is their physical attractiveness, other times their personality traits, or their personal skills. The narcissist may also love the entirety of his/her attributes. More than flashy, the narcissistic is egomaniacal.
These are the features of the narcissist, although all do not normally appear together :

• Disproportionate sensation of grandeur and arrogance.
• Excessive need if admiration
• Inability to understand the feelings of others.
• Obsession for power, success, great achievements, immense wealth or exquisite beauty.
• Feeling of superiority and the impression that others do not understand him/her
• Impression that one is the holder of special privileges that make them deserve exceptional treatment
• Desire to exploit others
• Covert jealously towards others
• Belief that others envy them

The Effect of Narcissism

Narcissism suffer the following as a result of their disorders:

• Social Rejection. Everybody avoids them. Nobody wants to be their friends or hold a casual conversation with them. Even those who may approach them out of pity end up feeling irritated when they realise that narcissist never stop praising themselves.
• Poor Achievement. Whether it be in their studies, trade or profession, narcissists do not achieve much, since their time and effort are spent building up themselves, not on actual accomplishments. When they do try to reach a goal, fear of failure leads to doubt and inability.
• Emotion Problems. Behind the narcissistic personality is a fragile individual, lonely and insecure and determined to hide themselves vulnerability. Depression is their order of the day, it can occur when they realise that they are not what they would like to appear to be.

How to Overcome Narcissistic tendencies, it is imperative that you change your behavioural direction. In this way, you will avoid many interpersonal problems, nurture self-assurance, mental balance and inner peace.

Sometimes, narcissism is deeply rooted problems of the past or in a traumatic experience that caused a strong impression, hurting the ego. If this is your case, you need visit a good psychotherapist to obtain professional help.
Whatever the cause, and whether or not professional help is sought, your own personalities to change will be beneficial. Try the following advice:

1. Be aware of your situation. Perhaps you do not realise it, but if you observe Your Own behaviour and others reaction, you will soon see the anomalies. Accept reality as a challenge that will give you the determination to change.
2. Help someone every day. Offer to give a hand to a peer, invite a friend for a drink, or just use words of praise for others. Opening to others helps you understand their needs as well as your own. You will soon see that your help brings satisfaction to others and to yourself.
3. Try to forget about yourself. When interacting with people, focus on listening, ask questions and show interest in Glen. You will see how they soon change their attitude and their rejection turns into warmth and kindness. It is the only way to make friends.
4. Assume a global vision of your environment. Think that great things can only be accomplished in teams. Likewise, the pain of others can only be soothed through community support. If you have the opportunity, one of the best strategies is to become involved, together with other volunteers, in humanitarian tasks serving the needy.