Narcissism / Narcissistic Personality
Narcissism is not a black and white construct, but it falls on a spectrum. People high on narcissism do not always have tell-tale signs that they are narcissistic, or are suffering from narcissism.
Narcissism on its own is not a bad thing, and there is such a thing as a healthy degree of narcissism. It can be well-regarded that you are acutely aware of your skills and abilities, and have a good ability to sell yourself to others (say, on a romantic date, or a job interview).
Where narcissism may get problematic is when you might notice that you are falling back on an ego, or bolstered sense of self, that is magnified by constant and strong appraisal from others. It may be that some of your tendencies have ruptured relationships, made it difficult to work with others, or make you come across as stand-offish, or even aggressive.
Perhaps you recognize that your narcissistic traits have served you well in being independent and successful in many parts of life, but you feel that you might benefit from talking to someone about your tendencies and inner emotional reactions – both to positive, as well as negative feedback from others.
Working with me, I provide a safe and non-judgmental approach to helping you learn more about yourself, and explore the more vulnerable sides of you that most people in your life may not have access to. I recognize that it takes a great degree of humility and awareness to reach out to a mental health professional, and I am honored to work with you to better understand yourself, and build healthier, more resilient defence mechanisms. Ultimately, working on narcissistic traits can help you improve your relationship with others, have a healthier self-esteem, and have a more positive outlook on life.
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