Why Narcissistic Leaders Always Fail (In The End)

An interesting Stoic take. We're seeing leaders being so narcissistic that you do wonder how they remain in power.

Well, there is some solace. They don't last, and eventually fail.

Vanity.

The vanity of such leaders demand that others worship him, and adore him. Even going to the extent of paying for their allegiance.

The dictatorships trap is when the person surrounds himself with yes man and those who will always say good things, not bad things. They are not true advisors, just scared yes men.

Ego.

The insecurity of narcissistic leaders (particularly hereditary ones who do not live up to the expectations of being a leader) create more problems.

The narcissistic leader doesn't want the truth or complicated stuff, nuanced stuff. Because that would make them look small.

Such leaders will use their platform to bully others.

Such leaders can't accept responsibility. To do so, would mean there is something wrong.

Such leaders.

Power.

"Power doesn't corrupt. Power reveals." – Robert Caro

Now, while most of Ryan Holidays video is about President Donald Trump. My notes above, are pointed at someone closer to home.