Category: Summaries

Our Borderline, Narcissistic Civilization

The meeting discussed how modern postmodern civilization exhibits core features of pathological narcissism and borderline personality disorder, characterized by fluidity, purility (adolescent-like behavior), and ahistoricity (rejection of the past). These traits lead to widespread identity diffusion, where individuals lack stable, cohesive identities and experience alienation from themselves and society. The prevailing cultural values glorify constant reinvention and rejection of commitment, resulting in a collective identity crisis that contributes to mental illness within contemporary society. Narcissistic Civilization

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Prosocial Sadistic Narcissist: Unforgiving, Harsh “Tough Love”

In this meeting, Samvaknin discusses the nature of pro-social or communal narcissists, describing them as deeply dependent on others for internal regulation despite their grandiose self-image. He explains that these sadistic narcissist resolve the conflict between their superiority complex and reliance on others by adopting roles as moral guardians or champions of collective causes, which justifies their demanding and punitive behavior. This external narrative serves as a false self that masks their internal feelings of inadequacy and is likened to a form of psychosis due to their expansive, consuming egocentric worldview.

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