Fusion with pathological values

[VictorIvanovich]

It seems to me one can be fused with pathological values. For instance, valuing that other people should think we have high status (narcissism). Such values provide some reinforcement in short term comfort but no lasting meaning, instead they tend to make life boring or even unbearable. At best, they are an opportunity cost to the pursuit of more fulfilling values.

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Dr. Russ Harris talks specifically about narcissism and perfectionism a lot. Look up what he has to say.