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On Raj Shamani’s podcast (post shared by @newstart_2024 on 2026-05-05), Mark…
Brief
Mark Manson, on Raj Shamani’s podcast (shared by @newstart_2024 on 2026-05-05), offered a simple behavioral test to spot narcissism: when confronted or told "no", narcissists belittle, argue, call you stupid, or refuse feedback, whereas genuinely confident people invite discussion, admit mistakes, or thank you—an easy real-life filter against performative confidence.
Why it matters
On Raj Shamani’s podcast (post shared by @newstart_2024 on 2026-05-05), Mark Manson said narcissism is fake confidence built on deep insecurity and the difference becomes obvious when you disagree with someone or tell them "no".
Key details
- Manson's behavioral test: a narcissist will belittle you, argue, call you 'stupid', or refuse to accept feedback; a truly confident person will say "okay, let's talk about it," admit when they're wrong, or thank you for the feedback.
- The post labels this a "brutally simple" real-life test and claims using it protects your time, energy, and peace in a world of loud, performative confidence.