In this Freud Made Me Do It episode, we dive into the defense mechanism of self-aggrandisement that subtle (or not so subtle) ego inflation that shows up in conversations, relationships and even on social media. Why do people exaggerate their achievements? How does this defense mask deep insecurity? And what happens when constant self-promotion kills intimacy instead of building connection?
With Freud’s theory as a backdrop, we unpack how self-aggrandizement operates, why it matters for your relationships and self-awareness, and how to spot when you or someone else is hiding behind it. Expect sharp examples, psychoanalytic examples and a few uncomfortable laughs as we shine a light on this defense mechanism in action.

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Music Credit - Unbreakable Outro by Grand Project