Ambition is healthy when balanced with empathy, while narcissism disregards others for personal success.

Narcissists selectively show kindness to others for validation, neglecting those close to them at home.

Living with a narcissist is isolating and painful, marked by selfishness, criticism, and lack of empathy.

Living with a narcissist is isolating; they focus solely on themselves, neglecting and criticizing you constantly.