The Psychology Podcast
Collective Narcissism is Everywhere w/ Agnieszka Golec
May 23, 2024
Dr. Agnieszka Golec, expert on collective narcissism, discusses its societal impacts and ties to populism worldwide. The podcast explores reducing its influence for peace and unity, contrasting healthy group dynamics with collective narcissism in intergroup relations.
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- Mindfulness training can reduce negative effects of collective narcissism by cultivating gratitude and managing attention.
- Promoting non-narcissistic in-group satisfaction can improve societal harmony and reduce hostility associated with collective narcissism.
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Exploring Collective Narcissism
Collective narcissism, as discussed in the podcast episode, is defined as a belief in the exaggerated greatness of one's group that is not recognized by others. This belief leads to various implications, such as the rise of populism, fake news, and conspiracy theories worldwide. Dr. Agneshka Zovala dives deep into the concept, highlighting its impact on politics and group behavior. The discussion also touches on potential ways to reduce collective narcissism and foster solidarity among diverse groups.
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