Narcissist: Superficial vs. Morbid

Prosocial and Antisocial (superficial, charming) vs. Schizoid and Psychopathic (morbid, contemptuous) Derives supply from manipulating and gaining power over inferiors vs. derives supply from rejecting and frustrating inferiors Both consider themselves superior: Magnetic-charismatic-hypnotic (cult as proof) vs. self-sufficient (solitude and celibacy as badges of honor) The charming narcissist is libidinal and bigger than life, an exaggerated, caricatured human. The contemptuous narcissist is dead inside and outside, a veritable corpse or machine. There are no stirring, eddies, or echoes of humanity. Reactions to one’s monstrosity: Self-justifying narratives: Benevolent altruism (tough love): prosocial reframing Necessary corrective measures (to avoid adverse outcomes or for the greater good or to punish an evildoer monster) As a reactive survival strategy, a defense against abuse and exploitation (victim stance) As justified punishment or retribution As common behavior and a sign of honesty and forthrightness (no hypocrisy) Or Resigned acceptance Find and Buy MOST of my BOOKS and eBOOKS in my Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/60...