Red Flag Narcissistic Behaviors
So what are narcissistic behaviors? What should you be on the lookout for? The bottom line is that no matter what level of behavior they exhibit, jdw can still be detrimental to your health and well being, both physically and emotionally.
The following is a list of Red Flag narcissistic behaviors. These may help you to gain a clearer understanding of how a narcissist acts.
Extreme infatuation with oneself, self-centered, expects to be recognized as superior
Sees himself as special and should only have to affiliate with others of a similar stature
Demonstrates a constant need for admiration or approval
Exaggerates personal achievements while minimizing those of others
Is convinced that he/she is unique
Often criticizes and/or puts others down
Assumes himself to be more knowledgeable than those around him
May harass or stalk you
Quick to anger or feel insulted or slighted
Denies he/she has issues to work on & sees himself/herself as nearly perfect
Nothing is ever his/her fault
Rarely treats anyone with respect or kindness
Always wants to be in control
His/her need for attention, time, and space matter – yours do not
Has difficulty putting himself/herself in another's shoes
Rarely recognizes the accomplishments or abilities of others
Doesn't appear to have a conscience
Does not take criticism well and becomes defensive easily
Rarely expresses appreciation of others
Is easily hurt and insulted
Considers most others in the world idiots
Wins most arguments through the use of rationalizing his/her behavior
Has a hard time accepting the opinions or ideas of others
Always has to win any argument
Is often envious of others, or thinks others envy him/her
Rarely can understand another's point of view
Leaves others feeling as though they need to walk on eggshells around him
Hates to be thought of as ordinary or average
Is desperate to have the biggest house, car, bank account, or title
Often leaves you feeling guilty, drained, fearful, exhausted, just plain stupid, and most of all, wondering how you got there