Category Archives: Self-Esteem
Egomaniacal Characters
The Root of Narcissistic Ego Inflation
Our egos serve an important purpose. They help us navigate this world and deal with its slings and arrows. But we can identify too much with them. And when we do, we lose touch with our more authentic self. To see the bigger picture, be more fully alive, and treat each other justly, we must eventually surrender our egos. Narcissistic ego inflation interferes with that.
The Spirituality of Self-Esteem and Self-Respect
Cultivating Healthy Self Worth
Outgrowing Natural Egocentricity
Spiritual Growth Inspires Character
Ego Inflation and Narcissism
Dispelling Narcissistic Personality Misconceptions
Cultural Narcissism Fosters Character Disturbance
Some problematic cultural norms have become so commonplace and deeply ingrained that we hardly ever think of them. Moreover, we rarely think of the impact they have on character formation. The values a culture promotes and the behaviors it rewards shape not only individuals but also the society at large. Societies of noble character are built upon people of solid character.