The selfishness of others
Book • 2016
Kristin Dombek's "The Selfishness of Others" delves into the pervasive use of the term "narcissist" in contemporary culture.
The book examines the historical context of narcissism in psychology and literature, tracing its evolution from clinical diagnosis to a common insult.
Dombek explores the anxieties surrounding self-focus and the fear of being labeled a narcissist.
She challenges simplistic understandings of narcissism, highlighting the complexities of human behavior and the fluidity of self-perception.
Ultimately, the book encourages a more nuanced and compassionate approach to understanding human interactions.
The book examines the historical context of narcissism in psychology and literature, tracing its evolution from clinical diagnosis to a common insult.
Dombek explores the anxieties surrounding self-focus and the fear of being labeled a narcissist.
She challenges simplistic understandings of narcissism, highlighting the complexities of human behavior and the fluidity of self-perception.
Ultimately, the book encourages a more nuanced and compassionate approach to understanding human interactions.
