The Psychology Podcast 56: The New Narcissism
Sep 28, 2016
Kristin Dombek, an insightful essayist and cultural journalist renowned for her exploration of narcissism, delves into the concept of the 'new narcissism.' She discusses how labeling ourselves and others as narcissists reflects societal fears and challenges our understanding of self-centeredness. The conversation explores the distinctions between narcissism and psychopathy, the evolving definitions in psychology, and the implications of digital life on empathy. Dombek also highlights the importance of understanding emotional bluntness and the complexities of human behavior.
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Entitlement Defines Narcissism
- Narcissism in clinical psychology primarily centers on entitlement, not just grandiosity.
- Grandiosity alone, like believing in a grand vision to help others, shouldn't label someone a narcissist.
Fear Is Not Narcissistic
- True clinical narcissists lack the fear of being labeled narcissistic.
- Most people fear this label and it links to imposter syndrome and authenticity concerns.
Feeling Dead Inside Is Temporary
- Psychopathy is rare and involves emotional bluntness, not being 'dead inside.'
- Many people experience feeling 'dead inside' temporarily through depression or existential crises.
