Living on the Narcissism Spectrum

Am I self-centered or centered in myself? If I care for others, can I still take care of myself? Am I prideful or just proud of myself? If I consider myself special and unique, like my parents said I am, am I narcissistic or just honest?

In our webinar, we will look at narcissism as a set of qualities of character and behavior that we all share to varying degrees. Just as we are all on the autism spectrum, we are all on the narcissism spectrum, for better or for worse. When our character works for ourselves as well as for others, we may feel confident, capable, successful, and worthy of life’s rewards: popularity, rich financial compensation and elevated social position. When the qualities of our character are exaggerated, we may feel self-important, empowered, and entitled. We may also hold unrealistic expectations for admiration and social status, and sense a prerogative to exploit, belittle and even hurt others without regard for their feelings and wellbeing.

In the Group Clearing® session, we will catalogue our personal qualities to get a sense of where we sit on the narcissism spectrum. Next, we will look at some of our most basic personal needs, needs that may be driving our behavior toward the farther end of the narcissism spectrum. Finally, we will bring our coherent attention, our presence, to those needs. Being present with our needs allows them to relax and breathe easily so that they no longer compel us to act in injurious ways.

Please register to join the webinar by videoconferencing or by phone.