"Conversational narcissism is about continually shifting the focus of the conversation back to you. Often conversational narcissists are acting out of insecurity, or because they lack basic social skills."
"Conversational narcissism may be pervasive, even commonplace, but it's not fine. Your interlocutor will find you draining, exhausting, self-obsessed and very hard work."
"There's the established tactic of boomerasking - asking your interlocutor a question, only to turn the tables and answer the question as if you'd asked it of yourself."
Conversational narcissism is characterized by individuals who dominate conversations by continually redirecting focus to themselves. Coined by sociologist Charles Derber in the late 1970s, the term reflects a cultural trend of attention-seeking behavior. While not all who exhibit this behavior are narcissists, it often stems from insecurity or poor social skills. This behavior can lead to draining interactions, as the other party may feel ignored. Signs include a lack of genuine interest in others and tactics like 'boomerasking,' where one asks a question only to answer it themselves.
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