Narcissism and the Gifted Artist

| November 21, 2024 | 1 comment

Michael discusses narcissism, why it seems so prevalent among artists, and how to address it. Using an excellent podcast from Martyr Made’s Darryl Cooper called “The Underground Spirit” as his jumping-off point, Michael explores Dostoevsky and Nietzsche, the meaning of narcissism, the nature of giftedness, the struggle of prodigies, the isolation of the artist, and the resentment and pride of communities, recommending tools for addressing narcissism and pride in both gifted artists and the communities that include them. Stay tuned at the end for “I Cannot Forget,” a track from Warbler off of the record Wrestling.

LINKS

The Underground Spirit, on the Martyr Made podcast, by Darryl Cooper

The Prodigy, by Amy Wallace

The Nothing Human Podcast, by Michael Minkoff, Jr.

Atlas Didn’t Shrug and Neither Should We, by Michael Minkoff, Jr.

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1 Comment

  1. Lisa Hood
    Lisa Hood on November 22, 2024 at 6:52 PM

    This podcast was the starting point for a profitable and encouraging conversation between Micah and I, so thanks for that.

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