making it about me
- narcissismExcessive admiration of oneself
- self-centeredPreoccupied with oneself
- attention-seekingCraving others' focus
- egoOne's self-image
- spotlightConcentrated illumination source
hijacking · victim · drama · deflecting · one-upping · interrupting · jealousy · insecurity · pity · validation · needy · competitive · fishing · complaining · martyrdom · overshadowing · centering · stealing thunder
focus of attention
making it about meholding space
Supportive emotional presence
stepping back · bearing witness · listening · deferring · active listening
interpersonal virtue
making it about meselflessness
Prioritizing others over oneself
humility · altruism · self-effacement · graciousness · empathy