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Are We Narcissistic Enough? 'Narcissus in Bloom' and The History of the Selfie with Matt Colquhoun

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Exploring the Story of Narcissus and Transformative Self-Representation

This chapter delves into the story of Narcissus from Greek mythology and its various versions, examining how it relates to the concept of narcissism. The speakers discuss the popular version of Narcissus falling in love with his own reflection and drowning, as well as a lesser-known version where he transforms into a daffodil. They explore the idea of transformative narcissism and its connection to the history of the selfie, discussing the changing nature of self-representation and the potential for positive self-transformation through new technologies.

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