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Narcissistic Personality Analysis

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All of us have some characteristics and behaviors that fall into the category of narcissism. Narcissism is on a continuum from mild, occasional, and subtle to the more ubiquitous, obvious or extreme behaviors of a Narcissistic Personality Disorder. Since narcissism is likely a part of everyone 's ego wounded self, it is helpful to your personal growth and development to be aware of your own level of narcissism. Be honest with yourself - but not judgmental - regarding the presence and intensity of the following characteristics: * I generally take others ' rejecting, critical, harsh, shut-down, or diminishing behavior personally. I tell myself that when others choose to behave in uncaring ways toward me, it is my fault - it is about me …show more content…

* I feel entitled to get what I want from others - whether it 's money, sex, attention or approval. Others 'owe ' me. * I often try to get away with things, such as not having to follow the rules or the law, and I 'm indignant when I 'm called to the carpet. * I see myself as special and entitled to do what I want, even if it 's harmful to others. * I believe I should get credit for what I do and I should be recognized as superior, even if I do a mediocre job. * I am so unique and special that only other unique and special people can understand me. It is beneath me to associate with people who are not as special as I am. While some think I am arrogant, it is only because I 'm truly so unique and special. * Because I 'm so special, I have the right to demand what I want from others, and to manipulate others - with my charm, brilliance, anger or blame - into giving me what I want. Again, all of us have some of these characteristics and it is important to learn about them, rather than judge ourselves for them. Narcissism can be healed. When you learn and consistently practice the Six Steps of Inner Bonding, you learn to define your own worth, to give yourself the love and compassion you need to feel full inside, and to

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