How should we react to people who consider themselves more important than everyone else?

[Anonymous]

This person belittles everyone and constantly praises herself. Worse she is my coworker. We have to be in the same environment. What personality type is this and how to deal with this type of people?

[Purpleronnie]

That’s narcissistic, and I don’t have time for that. If you are important to me then you have earned that respect. A good Personality , character , and humility go a long way positively and those who have an inflated sense of importance well I will likely deliberately avoid personally.

[DrPepper12]

Cut them down. Humiliation. Shame. Embarrassment. Witness protection.

When one person speaks up it encourages others to speak up. When she starts talking behind your back (She will, these people can't help themselves) confront her about it directly.

If you and your coworkers feel the same, make a plan.

[dustybiker2]

It's an illusion of projection. They are the flip on the inside. These people usually crack when triggered.

[dustybiker2]

I know a woman like this but on a milder scale. She was kind to everyone too. I causally asked her if she was okay? She cracked and rambled how her life was falling apart. It was likened to floodgates opening. Just the release.. she thanked me for noticing and asking at the end.

[Account]

You ignore them and you do not allow them to cross your boundaries.

[MrExperienced]

I’m very upfront and honest with everyone and these type people are very toxic. I tell them flat out that no one is impressed or even comfortable with the way you belittle others and put them down to make yourself feel good. I’m the only one who has the balls to tell you that everyone else thinks your an asshole and I feel sorry for you that your self esteem is so low that you feel the need to try and tear others down instead of just accepting and liking yourself.

[Flatmanlewis]

Absolutely ignore them. It doesn’t take long before they just can’t survive without the attention. Too often people try to cull favor with them by being nice or giving them an opportunity to speak.

[Yazu-chan]

Facts.

[GoodEnoughThen]

Perhaps narcissistic traits, but doubtful it's pure narcissim. Sounds like your coworker is just incredibly insecure. Set firm boundaries, but remember you don't know this person's story so be kind.

[Zbrody1997]

Unless her actions prove otherwise she has no proof she’s better than anyone in her position and should be humbled, my suggestion. Out perform her ass and give her a taste of her medicine.

[Peter_Penetrator]

Stand back and watch for that person to be humbled. Someone will be glad to.

[leahzrc]

I ignore them. I don't look at them. I admit that I think people have huge egos.

[perpetualsadnessss]

I would try and phase them out of your life. Their bad energy shouldn't be your problem. Leave them in the back and enjoy your life.

[handsomelad70]

Get them to realize their deportment is a major turnoff and a hindrance to relationships with others.

[jahaims]

Only communicate about work and leave it at that. Let the act that way it isn't your job to tip toe around them

[he-takes-a-part]

Don't let them take you. Never. Take a shoe size of 12' and slap on their face. If they hurt you.

[thisAppIsGarbage]

You should make sure they aren't before making an ass of yourself

[Kaneki05]

Feed into their ego. Causes less problems.

[laly520]

sounds like a narcissistic

[ProbablyClueless]

Just roll your eyes and avoid them.

[OtterMan68]

Don't vote for him.

[msc545]

Ignore her.

[dfdfdffffdfdf]

ignore em?

[Bluegreen3737]

little communication