arrogance

People with narcissistic tendencies can be incredibly charming when you first meet them. But over time, interactions start to feel off: You’re second-guessing yourself, tiptoeing around their reactions, or wondering why you always end up being the problem. Whether it’s a partner, parent, boss, or friend, that shift from “wow,…

Narcissism can be a harmful pattern that impacts both the lives of those who have it and the people around them. This impact often leads people to question: Can narcissism be treated? Can a narcissist really change? The answer is yes, those with narcissism or narcissistic traits can change. The…

The word “narcissism” comes from a Greek myth where an attractive man named Narcissus looked at his reflection in a pool of water—and fell in love with it. You may know somebody like Narcissus. They might think about the world of themself and all of the great things they accomplish…