In the Larousse, narcissism is defined as excessive love for self-image.
For the average person, this is characterized above all by a person who is vain, self-centered and eager to be in the spotlight.
But narcissism is more complex to define and, behind this now overused term, there are several nuances.
The psychoanalyst Hélène Vecchiali, author of
Un zèbre sur le divan
(1) and
Moi moi et moi
(2), defines them and explains how to spot them in those around us.
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The Moderate Narcissist
Contrary to popular belief, there is a so-called "moderate" narcissism that is specific to every human being.
“If we grew up with a benevolent and honest entourage, our narcissism turns out to be positive, comments psychoanalyst Hélène Vecchiali.
In practice, this gives an individual who has enough self-confidence to put himself forward, promote his intellectual or physical qualities, but who knows how to choose his moments to step aside and rejoice in the successes of his...
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