Inspired by an online chat with our son –
Many prominent politicians and famous celebrities often seem to have something in common. Whatever could it be? According to Bing AI –
Common signs of narcissism can vary, but here are some traits often associated with narcissistic behavior:
Common signs of narcissism can vary, but here are some traits often associated with narcissistic behavior:
- Grandiosity: An exaggerated sense of self-importance and superiority. This can include boasting about achievements and expecting to be recognized as superior without commensurate achievements.
- Need for Admiration: A constant need for excessive admiration and validation from others. Narcissists often seek out praise and may become upset if they don’t receive it.
- Lack of Empathy: Difficulty recognizing or caring about the feelings and needs of others. This can lead to manipulative or exploitative behavior.
- Entitlement: Believing they deserve special treatment and expecting others to comply with their demands. They may feel that rules don’t apply to them.
- Envy: Often feeling envious of others or believing that others are envious of them. This can lead to resentment and competitive behavior.
- Arrogance: Displaying haughty behaviors or attitudes. They may look down on others and act with a sense of superiority.
- Interpersonal Exploitation: Taking advantage of others to achieve their own goals. This can include using people for personal gain without considering the impact on them.
7 comments:
There's probably a rule of thumb that anyone who wants to be a politician should be prevented from being one.
I'm not sure what sort of Parliament, or Government, would arise from 'reluctant' politicians...
DJ - I agree, at least we have to screen out the professional politicians, maybe with a lower age limit of 50 as a starter.
I can only speak from experience in education, but it seems to me that the interview and selection processes increasingly favour candidates displaying a number of the symptoms you listed - this is particularly true of recruitment via external agencies (a growing trend for senior management positions).
There are many reasons for the appalling standards in Britain’s schools but I can’t help wondering whether if this plays a significant role.
I can remember when it started to be made clear that if you wanted a better job or a promotion you were meant to hymn your own praises. "Bragging" it was called when I was boy. We thought it very American. And American habits come here. Though only the bad ones of course.
Macheath - we only catch glimpses of those appalling standards via our grandchildren, but as with many others I wonder if education is due to be challenged by AI. Not so much as a replacement for teachers, but as a development which may favour teachers who inspire against those who don't.
dearieme:
I can remember my boss turning down a bloke for a senior job because he made a couple of self-deprecating jokes. "Here's my presentation, it's not much cop.!..." He was probably the better candidate, but didn't blow his own trumpet loudly enough.
dearieme and Sam - our son calls it 'blagging' . I believe BBC Verify had a problem of that type.
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