Warning over narcissistic pupils

news.bbc.co.uk

15 points·nickb··7 comments

As a product of the overabundant self-esteem training myself, I can verify that my narcissistic tendencies (coupled with my deep-rooted insecurities) has significantly (negatively) affected my relationships (of all types).

same here. fortunately, it can be un-trained. or rather, better habits can be trained. there is no end, just little steps along the way.

How many of you start-up founders would like to hire a narcissist convinced he can do no wrong?

"Narcissists make terrible relationship partners, parents and employees. It's not a positive characteristic. We are in danger of encouraging this," she said.

"And we are kidding ourselves if we think that we aren't going to undermine learning if we restrict criticism.

"Parents no longer want to hear if their children have done anything wrong. This is the downside of the self-esteem agenda.

"I'm not saying it's of no value--but you get unintentional consequences."

One of the biggest problems is teachers giving non-constructive criticism to students.

Back in elementary school, I remember a teacher telling me how bad I was in history, but in only a harsh manner. What happened to teachers being able to "make friends and influence people" while still being able to get a point across?

Too true. Then again, should teachers try to be the students friend? When I was teaching I saw way too many young teachers more concerned with being popular, whereas actually the kids seemed to respect the teachers that kept a firm dividing line. There's something very sad about an adult trying to get social assurance from children.

More nuanced, video featuring Dr Carol Craig

http://www.ltscotland.org.uk/video/c/confidenceandselfesteem...

haha. i was wondering how narcissism and eye balls related.

Reply on news.ycombinator.com