NARCISSIST BEHAVIOUR: WHEN SELF-LOVE GOES INTO OVERDRIVE

Ever since Trump and Modi strutted onto the world stage, the word narcissism has been getting more airtime than ever.

At its core, narcissism is a cocktail of self-absorption, self-praise, and a bloated sense of self-importance—often wrapped in a false grandiose package. And what better launchpad for this than social media? Platforms like Facebook and X serve as virtual mirrors where one can bask in self-projection, chase validation, and flaunt a sense of superiority.

Truth be told, we all have a streak of narcissism. But when an oversized ego and a desperate need for admiration hijack one’s personality, it turns into a full-blown disorder.

In this department, Trump and Modi aren’t just case studies—they’re masterclasses in the art of excessive self-love. —Promod Puri