The omnipotent self, a study in self-deception and self-cure

This compact work invites anyone who feels unusually irritable, worried, or overly sensitive to explore the hidden forces shaping those feelings. Rather than presenting a clinical textbook, it offers a clear, conversational look at why everyday temperamental troubles arise, distinguishing the ordinary from the truly abnormal. The author argues that many minor mental struggles share a common root, and that understanding this root can lead to greater emotional balance.

The core of the book examines the unconscious mind, focusing especially on a mental complex the author calls “narcissism” and how it fuels self‑deception. Through straightforward self‑analysis exercises, readers learn to recognize patterns they may not notice and to begin correcting them without needing a specialist. Brief guidance is also offered to parents on nurturing healthier character development in children.