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The Problem with Thinking You're Better Than Everyone Else
Research shows that we tend to trust people who are attractive and competent, even if these traits don't necessarily relate to their specific skill set. The danger arises when we start to believe we are better than others, leading to arrogance and a lack of empathy.
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In this podcast, the speaker talks about the misconception surrounding the term "narcissism", its benefits, and how it can help people succeed.
54:00 - 55:22 (01:22)
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In this podcast, the speaker talks about the misconception surrounding the term "narcissism", its benefits, and how it can help people succeed.
ChapterThe Problem with Thinking You're Better Than Everyone Else
Episode#278 - Professor W Keith Campbell - The Psychology Of Narcissism
PodcastModern Wisdom
Our brains tend to trust people who are attractive and competent, even if it's in an area unrelated to the situation at hand.
55:22 - 58:16 (02:53)
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Our brains tend to trust people who are attractive and competent, even if it's in an area unrelated to the situation at hand. However, this can lead to arrogance and a dangerous belief that we are better than others.