10 Major Signs That a Person is Self-Centered

Egocentric. Individualistic. Self-centered. Selfish. Conceited. Know-it-all. Egomaniac.

No matter what term you use, they all point to the same behavior. While being self-centered might keep you at the center of attention, it’s a nightmare for everyone else around you.

What many self-centered people fail to realize is just how self-centered they are. They genuinely believe they can do no wrong because they're too wrapped up in their own greatness to notice otherwise. It’s astonishing, isn’t it?

If you’re unwilling to accept that you aren’t the best in the world, here’s a reality check: With over 7 billion people on this planet, the odds are pretty high that someone out there is smarter, better-looking, stronger, richer, and even more likable than you.

What will truly set you apart from the crowd is how gracefully you carry yourself, regardless of your achievements.

There’s no need to brag or make it seem like you’re the only one capable of success. Because, at the end of the day, no one really cares about the awards you’ve won, the money you’ve made, or the people you know.

What people will remember is how you made them feel, and self-centered people rarely leave others feeling good.

You’ve probably been told more than once how irritating or brash your behavior can be. So, it might be time for some self-reflection to understand why people react negatively toward you.

If you don’t make an effort to change, you risk missing out on valuable connections and opportunities—and you may find yourself without meaningful relationships with lovers, friends, or family.

# Defensiveness

Self-centered individuals are often defensive. They view the world solely from their own perspective and won't tolerate those who disagree or see things differently.

# Believes the world revolves around them

In any situation, a self-centered person focuses solely on how it impacts them. They tend to think they're the center of the universe, with nothing mattering more than their own needs.

# Bullying behavior

Self-centered people often display bullying tendencies. They dominate relationships and friendships, disregarding others' feelings to prioritize their own desires.

# Thinks they’re superior

If someone else has something they deem better or of higher quality, a self-centered person will covet it. If they don’t have it, they believe it's because they already possess something superior and see themselves as better than everyone else.

# Uses others for personal gain

Self-centered individuals have no qualms about exploiting others to achieve their goals. They will step on anyone to get ahead.

# Believes their opinion is the only right one

A self-centered person is often extremely opinionated and dismissive of differing views. They know they’re right and shut themselves off from other perspectives, as they never see themselves as wrong.

# Lacks empathy

Empathy involves understanding things from another person's perspective, a skill self-centered people lack. They are too focused on themselves to consider others’ feelings.

# Tears others down to elevate themselves

Despite appearances, self-centered people often have low self-esteem. They compensate by tearing others down to make themselves look better.

# Arrogance and overconfidence

Though they may have low self-esteem, self-centered people often come across as arrogant and overconfident. They project this facade to mask their insecurities but still behave as though they’re superior.

# Selfishness

As expected, self-centered individuals are selfish. They pursue their desires without regard for how it affects those around them, caring only about meeting their own needs and wants.