"Self-centeredness is no longer a villainous trait – it permeates society"

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"Self-centeredness is no longer a villainous trait – it permeates society"

Because I have a five-year-old daughter, I get to relive fairy tales and cartoons, but now with an adult perspective. The hallmark of the villains is often a ridiculously high degree of narcissism, combined with a complete lack of self-awareness. Gaston is going to marry Belle, against her will, because "she's the only one as pretty as me." Aunt Sophie thinks everything would be fine, if only everyone else were like her. There is something harml…