But the way narcissism is being worked out in many young lives is in a movement towards helping others. It works this way - “Because the way to get ahead in life is to build my resume so that I can position myself to get the best for me, my resume has to include a number of activities, including involvement in social causes.” When my motivation to make a difference in the world is purely about making a difference for me, then it’s narcissism. It’s a selfless narcissism - so to speak - if that’s at all possible… and I don’t think it is.
