There are five surefire ways to spot a real egocentric in your circle.
Psychologists have identified several signs that indicate such a person.
Egocentrics are worse than just egoists. These people build their lives only taking into account their own interests.
A typical egocentric perceives the world around him through the prism of his own “I”. He evaluates the thoughts, feelings and actions of other people exclusively from his own point of view.
It is impossible to correct such people. Psychologists only highlight the signs that will help to accurately recognize a classic egocentric.
Loves to be the center of attention
The egocentric is sure that the world revolves around him. He does not even consider any other option.
If things don't work out in his favor, such a person will easily resort to manipulation.
Obsession with one's own opinion
An egocentric person does not know how to listen to people. He likes it when people around him absorb his every word. And he has a lot to talk about. He will tell you about his achievements, and about purchases, and about problems.
Avoids responsibility
The typical problem with egocentrics that gets them into a repeating cycle is the following.
They actively look for someone to blame for troubles and never take responsibility for themselves.
At the same time, egocentrics do not draw any conclusions and do not change their behavior. Even in those cases when it leads to problems.
Emotionally draining to those around you
There is no point in telling such a person about your affairs, joys or problems. The inflated ego will find something to answer each of your stories.
Share with him that you have renovated the bedroom, he will respond by saying that he has renovated the entire apartment. That is, the egocentric will downplay your achievements in order to keep the attention on himself.
The same goes for the problems you decide to share with him. The egocentric will find examples in his life that, in his opinion, are much worse than yours.
Doesn't know how to maintain relationships
Building a love relationship with an egocentric is very difficult. Only the most resilient people can endure it.
After all, an egocentric does not put the partner's needs above his own. If his wishes are not fulfilled, he will easily make a scandal.
Earlier we talked about how a wife should behave during a quarrel with her husband in order to maintain the relationship.
Author: Dmitry Bobrov
