East of Ego: The Intersection of Narcissistic Personality and Buddhist Practice |
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Authors: | Jennings Pilar |
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Institution: | (1) 524 E83rd Street, #2E, New York, NY 10028, USA |
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Abstract: | This article explores the intersection of clinical narcissism and Buddhist meditation practice. Through the lens of Otto Kernberg
and Heinz Kohut’s theories of narcissism, the article investigates the many facets of Eastern spiritual practice when undertaken
by a narcissistic practitioner. In particular, questions are raised regarding the potential psychological dangers of pursuing
meditation practice when suffering from clinical narcissism. Potential applications for a cross-pollination of psychoanalytic
support and Buddhist practice are also considered for the narcissistic patient and/or spiritual practitioner. |
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Keywords: | narcissicm Buddhism meditation Kohut Kernberg |
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