A Little Narcissism could go a long way to getting what you want in life. In order to think you deserve that raise, that promotion or even that new job, you really need to feel that you are the best person and this is the time for you to get the opportunity.
To feel so strongly that no one else could possibly be as good scratch that - as great as you will be at this particular thing. Truly narcissistic people feel that they put on their socks better than anyone ever has before, they do their best to be modest (hey I guess they have the be the best at everything even being modest), but ultimately they think that they deserve the accolades never giving a thought to the others who did not receive them- all without any undermining or intentional negativity towards anyone.
They have a way about them a smirk with a glimmer in their eye and a caviler jaunt in their step. To be envious of no one but a younger stronger version of themselves surely is not a burden that needs to be concurred.
You might think that this could only be a good thing, you would be happy if you thought you were the best. The problem becomes that they are always looking for the ideal partner, ideal moment, more success, a better job, a more powerful position.
The line between a healthy dose of self-importance and an actual personality disorder that could ruin your life is thin and easily crossed. To be constantly obsessed with obtaining your rightful place as the richest, most powerful and truly brilliant person would be an exhausting and ultimately only disappointing quest. Don't forget all the time you need to devote to getting all the applause you crave. Although having half a million followers on twitter could be a fast way to feel important, it may not be enough for our narcissistic personalities. Is a narcissist able to enjoy the moment, to stop for a second and appreciate the amazing things they have achieved, to breath in the love they have shared with an amazing partner, to really appreciate the heights they have climbed? Or are they always haunted by the higher mountain peek, the younger more attractive partner, the king of the world position that has eluded them, or the fictional power of God they can never truly have.
