What’s the Difference Between Narcissism and Egoism?

Egoism and Narcissism.

Fahim chughtai
3 min readJul 20, 2022
What’s the Difference Between Narcissism and Egoism?
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There is a lot of confusion surrounding the terms narcissism and egoism. Some people use them interchangeably, while others believe that they are two completely different concepts.

So, what’s the difference? In this blog post, I will explore the definition of both narcissism and egoism and discuss the key differences between them. We will also look at how each one can impact your life and business.

1. What is narcissism?

Narcissism is a personality disorder that is characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance, a lack of empathy for others, and a need for admiration. Narcissists often have an exaggerated sense of their own abilities and are preoccupied with fantasies of unlimited success, power, brilliance, beauty, or ideal love. They often believe that they are above the rules and that they are entitled to special treatment.

2. What is egoism?

Egoism is the belief that individuals should always put their own interests first. It is the opposite of altruism, which is the belief that individuals should always put others’ interests first.

Egoists believe that it is rational and moral to pursue one’s own self-interest, even at the…

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Fahim chughtai
Fahim chughtai

Written by Fahim chughtai

I survived narcissistic abuse and transformed my pain into power. Now I help others escape toxic relationships and build the life they deserve.

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