Egomaniacs are people who always think they are right. They cannot accept other people's opinions and can only talk about themselves. Egomania is critical and quick-tempered, and wants to always be the center of attention. People like this can make life difficult for you, but thanks to a few psychological tricks, you can better deal with an egomaniac at work, school, or even at home.
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Method 1 of 2: Dealing with Egomania at Work
Step 1. Change your point of view
You don't have to keep dealing with this person. It will be more difficult if the egomaniac is someone close to you, but by maintaining a calm and diplomatic attitude, you can still actively act natural.
When you feel a storm of pride coming, subtly interrupt the conversation by avoiding eye contact, withholding verbal approval, and acting disinterested or bored
Step 2. Maintain your confidence
Remember, just because the egomaniac claims to be amazing doesn't mean it's true. You will find it easier to overcome egomania if you keep reminding yourself that you too can be great and successful
If your boss is an egomaniac, it may be difficult for him to provide the support and encouragement you need. Therefore, look for other people who are worthy of being your mentor
Step 3. Avoid feeding the ego of an egomaniac with praise and justification
Egomaniacs are actually very insecure and thirsty for attention and recognition. Don't be the one to support his behavior. Instead, give him a gentle pat on the shoulder and let him know that everything is okay. This should dampen his behavior and confirm your confidence.
Step 4. Check your own ego
When confronted with the arrogance of others, your self-doubt and pride can take over. Is your time and effort worth spending on this person?
Don't get caught up in arguments or lengthy conversations about what he's bragging about
Step 5. Manage the controllability of your employees
If you're the boss, and one of your employees is an egomaniac, your offer of options might spark his desire to challenge you. Focus on the positive, and make sure your employees are solution focused.
You can try to deal with it with kindness. Strategic praise and rewards can be great motivators for narcissistic employees
Method 2 of 2: Dealing with Egomania in Personal Relationships
Step 1. Realize toxic friendships
If you've been friends for a long time, it may be hard to realize the egomania she has. Your friend is obsessed with himself. Egomaniacs can be good at sprucing up parties, and most people will be attracted to them at first.
If your friends don't care about you, or will never give you a chance to talk, it's time to change
Step 2. Express your feelings to your egomaniac friend calmly
Let them know that their behavior is hurting you and that you want to distance yourself in your relationship for the sake of your needs and feelings. You can say, “I care about our friendship, but you just keep bragging. My feelings also need to be heard.”
There is a range of levels of selfishness of a person. Some of these traits can be corrected, so try to talk about your friend's bad behavior. Who knows, your problem may be solved
Step 3. Break up with a selfish friend if he ignores your attention and is just a bad influence in your life
You don't have to keep friendships that ruin your happiness and well-being. If your relationship is really toxic, break up and don't feel guilty.
Step 4. Flip the script and focus on yourself if you are married to an egomaniac
Narcissism in intimate relationships is very difficult to deal with. Egomania has almost no empathy so his lover can feel lonely and unloved.
- Think about the needs of a selfish partner you are meeting. Often, this need is in the form of a lack of self-esteem or self-reliance.
- Review your childhood. Narcissistic parents may have taught you to ignore your own needs and put others first.
- Take control of the situation by respecting yourself and increasing your self-confidence.
- Do activities that interest you, such as reading, gardening, or watching your favorite movie. Don't forget, you are important too.
- When your partner starts their storm of arrogance, say this calmly, “I understand you're excited about your idea, but I've only been hearing it all along. I also want to be heard from time to time,” or, “I feel ignored when you keep talking and ignore what I'm saying. I also need to be heard.”
- Approach your partner as an equal, not a superior.
- Consider taking couples counseling.
Step 5. Ask for help if you are in a controlling, manipulative, or physically abusive relationship
Most egomaniacs are selfish and arrogant people, who are often annoying and annoying. However, a minority of egomaniacs are extreme and actually have a personality disorder (called Narcissistic Personality Disorder, or GKN).
True narcissism can be part of a person's overall violent nature. You have to acknowledge this personality as a bad trait and ask for help
Step 6. Create a healthy mind for yourself in a narcissistic family
Egomania affects those around him, especially in the family. The wife suffers, and the children grow up inadequate and often become narcissistic.
- Perhaps counseling is needed when egomaniac parents destroy the self-esteem of all other family members. While it may be difficult to persuade an egomaniac to sit in the therapist's chair, other family members may be able to help.
- Establish healthy boundaries for yourself and your children.
- Don't expect egomania to change without professional help. Set realistic expectations.
- Give genuine positive acknowledgment when the situation is appropriate. Focus on the traits you really admire.
Warning
- In extreme cases, narcissism can be dangerous.
- Some of the signs that indicate a dangerous or violent personality: the need to protect or support the ego fiercely; the absence of personal boundaries; lack of empathy; justify all the actions done, without caring about hurting others.
