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Narcissus Myth Warns of Obsession
- The original Greek myth shows Narcissus obsessed by his reflection to the point of paralysis and death.
- This allegory warns about the dangerous transcendence of beauty and self-love.
Narcissism Rendered Banal
- Today's narcissism appears banal as people become famous for being famous without transcendent qualities.
- Social media fame encourages self-presentation more than true uniqueness or depth.
Selfies as Community Affirmation
- Posting selfies on social media often serves to assert existence and claim community identity for marginalized or peripheral people.
- Hashtags help users align with subcultures and express belonging beyond mere vanity.