There is no denying the fact that empathy and narcissism are two completely different and contrasting aspects of our personalities. Empaths, while known for their deep sensitivity and the uncanny ability to understand and share others’ feelings and emotions, are completely different from narcissists. Narcissists, on the other hand, tend to be more egoist and self-centered, focused solely on their needs and desires, uncaring for others.
Empaths and narcissists might be on opposite sides of the personality spectrum, but both of these personality traits can have a strong influence on how we act in day-to-day life and relationships.
Before you skip this and take the quiz, it’s important to understand the traits of an empath and a narcissist. Knowing if you’re an empath or have a narcissistic personality disorder will help you give honest reactions to the quiz below.
This Quiz is designed to help you explore whether you have empathetic traits, narcissistic personality traits, or a combination of both these personalities.
Disclaimer: This quiz is designed to be inquisitive and is not a professional test for diagnosing an empath or a narcissistic personality disorder. If you require a professional assessment, it is recommended you speak to a mental health counselor for a more detailed assessment of your personality traits.
Are You More Of An Empath Or A Narcissist?
Empaths possess a high level of emotional intelligence or EQ. If you’re an empath, then you can easily pick up on the emotions of others, are highly compassionate, and often put others’ needs before your own. Empaths can sometimes feel overwhelmed by others’ emotions but are also known to offer genuine support and understanding to those around them.
Narcissists, on the other hand, tend to have an inflated sense of ego or self-importance and often lack empathy for others. If you identify with narcissism, then you find it hard to recognize and care for others’ feelings. You often look for admiration and want to be the center of attention in every situation. Narcissists struggle a lot with creating meaningful relationships because of their self-centered behavior.
So, are you an empath or a narcissist? Ready to know? Take the quiz to know which personality spectrum you fit into!
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Am I an Empath or a Narcissist? Take This Quiz
Instructions: Please try to answer each of the questions below as honestly as you can. We ask you to be honest to deliver an accurate result.
You Exhibit Narcissistic Traits
It seems like you might not be the most empathetic person around. You put yourself above others, no matter what, and at times, it can create some strain on your relationships. You are happy with how things are and with how you are and that’s great for you! You can always work on your empathetic skills with some practice and power!
All you have to do is:
Practice active listening skills with others
Try to put yourself in others’ shoes to understand their perspective a little
Engage in acts of kindness and volunteering. It’ll help you open your horizons
And most importantly, learn from others. Allow yourself to be open to constructive feedback for a better understanding of being an empath
You Have A Mix of Both Traits
You might not be an empath, but you don’t lack any empathetic traits either. Good for you! You are the one who’s always there for your dear ones, but at times, your sensitivity might work against you. And we get it, others’ feelings are not always comfortable, after all. With a kind heart and an empathetic soul, you are someone who others are pleased to have around.
If you’d like to work on your empathy skills, then you can:
Step out of your comfort zone – accept that you can’t always help others feel better
Spend time with others to understand their perspectives and worries
Find a community or a group that resonates with you and your experiences
You Show Empath Traits
Empathy, for you, is a mix of a blessing and a curse. You have a strong, kind, and yet sensitive heart and soul. You work hard and with quiet dedication to make others happy and their lives a little better, one emotion at a time. But, this also puts you in a difficult position. You can’t help but feel and live with others’ feelings. While we appreciate your kind heart and soul, it can be burdensome on your empathetic heart to see others struggling.
To ease this distress, you can:
Spend time with people who genuinely care about you
Learn to set boundaries and say “NO” where it matters
Take care of yourself. Feeling others’ emotions is hard work and we don’t want you to end up feeling burnout, do we?
Don’t be afraid to speak up when you need to take a break from helping others. You need to be well to care for others, right?
