Few topics in the vast sea of social media content, including memes and viral posts, captivate audiences quite like quick, attention-grabbing “personality tests.” You might have scrolled through your feed, stumbled upon an image featuring concentric circles, and read a bold claim: “The Number of Circles You See Determines If You’re a Narcissist.” Perhaps you took a moment to count the circles or even shared it with friends to see their reactions.
Regardless of the scenario, this particular meme taps into a deep and enduring human desire: the curiosity to understand ourselves and others. A simple image that purports to measure something as intricate as narcissism tends to gain a surprising amount of credibility.
This inquiry is particularly pertinent in a culture where discussions about personality tests abound, ranging from lighthearted ones like “What Kind of Pizza Are You?” to more established assessments like the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator.
