The Relationship Between Self-Worth and Narcissism

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Gradually increasing genuine self-worth leads to a decrease in arrogance and conceit, contrary to common misconceptions. Feeling confident and good about oneself typically results in decreased possessiveness and arrogance. Narcissism is a maladaptive behavior stemming from a lack of fulfillment and happiness, not from feeling good about oneself. The development of narcissism is a result of covering up the absence of positive feelings. Feeling fulfilled and content generally does not lead people to behave like jerks.

It's often easier to be a good friend to others than to ourselves. Today we're exploring how to balance constructive and harmful self-criticism, move away from our "act," embrace change, manage feelings of worthlessness, and ultimately be a good friend to ourselves.

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Key Topics:

3:15: A few ways to be kind to yourself.

8:15: Finding your key resources.

12:50: Useful vs. harmful self-criticism.

15:00: Putting your past in perspective.

20:15: Moving away from the “act.”

23:00: Finding optimal distance.

28:00: Ways to tune into your own goodness.

34:00: What to do when you don’t feel like a good person.

43:00: Narcissism vs. authentic feelings of goodness.

46:00: Relating to the self as something that can change.

50:00: Ego ideal

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