I started wondering why it is that people line up behind charismatic leaders. It's easy to understand the emergence of a figure… — Robert J. Sawyer Copy Share Image
No other technique for the conduct of life attaches the individual so firmly to reality as laying emphasis on work; for his… — Sigmund Freud Copy Share Image
A transference neurosis corresponds to a conflict between ego and id, a narcissistic neurosis corresponds to that between between ego and super-ego,… — Sigmund Freud Copy Share Image
I think that people in the phase between being someone's kid and being someone's parent have always been uniquely narcissistic, but that… — Lena Dunham Copy Share Image
Everything we do these days - our lust for ever more comfort, pleasure, and distraction, our refusal to engage with the mandates… — James Howard Kunstler Copy Share Image
“There came a time in my life when I had to admit to myself that I have some very clear narcissistic tendencies.… — Beverly Engel Copy Share Image
The new wrinkle is that escalating advances in technology are nourishing the narcissistic ego the way chicken manure nourishes a rose bush,… — Tom Robbins Copy Share Image
Meditation is a way to be narcissistic without hurting anyone — Nassim Nicholas Taleb Copy Share Image
What makes a narcissistic mother so scary? Her absolute power and controlling influence. A narcissistic mother is your only 'friend,' at least… — Koren Zailckas Copy Share Image
“Who wouldn’t choose to be the best version of themselves possible? People, by nature, are narcissistic.” He straightened his tie and jacket… — J.M. Sullivan Copy Share Image
At times we can be self-absorbed. Lord, help us to open our hearts to others and to serve those who are most… — Pope Francis Copy Share Image
“We all know someone who criticizes us to diminish our confidence or belittle our achievements. A person so disturbed, they project their… — Carlos Wallace Copy Share Image
“A leader who allows their subordinates to suffer as proof of who is the boss likely quenches their thirst with salt water… — Donavan Nelson Butler, Master Sergeant US Army Copy Share Image
“When we meet and fall into the gravitational pull of a narcissist, we are entering a significant life lesson that involves learning… — Mateo Sol Copy Share Image
If mothers are our first teachers, then having a narcissistic one teaches us that human closeness is terrifying, and the world is… — Koren Zailckas Copy Share Image
Innocent pleasures in moderation can provide relaxation for the body and mind and can foster family and other relationships. But pleasure, per… — Stephen Covey Copy Share Image
Only man is a narcissistic enough species to think that a highly evolved alien life force would travel across billions and billions… — Dennis Miller Copy Share Image
I know," he said in almost bored contemplation. "My manners suck. I like to chalk it up to a dissatisfying childhood." "I'd… — Darynda Jones Copy Share Image
I would say most people assume that I'm not very smart or educated or earnest, because I have this image that I'm… — Megan Fox Copy Share Image
You don't want to end up living a horribly narcissistic life, do you? And everything about fame and celebrity sort of suggests… — Jodhi May Copy Share Image
I think what Kanye West is going to mean is something similar to what Steve Jobs means. — Kanye West Copy Share Image
I think that people in the phase between being someone's kid and being someone's parent have always been uniquely narcissistic, but that… — Lena Dunham Copy Share Image
There are certain restaurants where you should photograph the food rather than eat it. These are great places to bring a narcissistic… — Perry Brass Copy Share Image
I want to tell you about the God that actually showed up and healed my heart. Not the God I grew up,… — William P. Young Copy Share Image
