Well, by now I am sure you saw the slap from Will Smith to Chris Rock. If not, get out from underneath that rock you live in and join us. LOL. I think it’s fair to say that we were all shocked by what we witnessed in real time and even after the fact in all the videos. The next day Will was condemned on many levels regarding his act of violence. Yes, let‘s call it what it was, for whatever reason, an act of violence! That’s my opinion and my perspective. My perspective comes from working with children from early childhood to college level as well as with disabilities to giftedness. I come from the point of view that every moment is a teachable moment and life is about choices. When you make a good choice, good things can happen. When you make a bad choice, then there will be consequences for your actions. That’s the school of Cheryl Christine:)
So with that in mind, does Will Smith have a God Complex? Well, let’s take a look at what a God Complex is according to Mayo Clinic (https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/narcissistic-personality-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20366662)
Exaggerated Sense of Self Importance: I guess one could argue, sitting in the front row of the Oscars that Will may have an exaggerated sense of self importance. Many people drew attention to the fact that he was still angry from from loosing the Oscar in 2001 and in 2006 and because he was favored to win this may have exaggerated his sense of self
Since of entitlement: well that goes with the above notes doesn’t. That this time he deserved to win the Oscar and therefore felt entitled. At this point you may ask why does this have anything to do with his violent outburst and I’ll say that it is talking to his “state of mind” at the time.
Constant excessive admiration: I split this one up from the Mayo site because I thought we should talk about it separately. I mean with entire Smith family is ALWAYS in the spotlight about something. Maybe that is the media’s fault but one seems to say that there is no such thing as bad press. Seriously, they talk openly about ALL their issues, some that they probably shouldn’t have but did. Then when they do they get nothing but admiration for being so open and honest. Just say’n….
Expect to be recognized even without achievements that warrant it and exaggerate achievements and talents: I don’t know- they guy has worked hard to over come obstacles. This one is a hard one for me. I can’t say I’ve seen it unless you count the two other Oscar nominations he didn’t win? Maybe there are more instances than that? Quite frankly, they guy should be recongnized for all that he has accomplished and maybe it is late in coming. I guess the difference is whether he has an exaggerated it or not or has dealt with it with humility and graciousness.
Fantasies about success, power, brilliance, beauty or the perfect mate; UMMMMM- AHHHHHH I’m just going to point Will’s acceptance speech for this one!! He didn’t thank his wife in any capacity, talk about her strength OR her illness or how he feels about her. It was ALL about him. HUMMMMMM Just going to leave this here.
Believe they are superior and only associate with = special people: I don’t want to believe this about Will———- BUT maybe? I’d like to think that he would invite a nobody like me into his home for a chat but who knows. For some reason I see Will not being this guy, but everyone can change and maybe he has, and maybe in the wrong way. I sure hope not.
Behave in arrogant or haughty manner, coming across as conceited, boastful and pretentious: OK, well Jada did have the biggest dress I’d every seen throughout that evening and no one had a tie like Will but one could say something about each person in attendance. Oh, no one wore that color- did their hair like that- no one wore shoes like that———- However, to get up out of your seat, AT THE. OSCARS- walk up on stage when the world is watching (and with a raging war) ,and slap a peer is pretty pretentious!!
Sooooooooo………
There is definite a lot going on here. Let’s look some of the problems a “God Complete can cause when things don’t go their way! They can become angry when special treatment is not received. They can have interpersonal problems when feel slighted, RAGE is a reaction when they feel belittled or another person makes themselves feel superior. Opppps, got to stop there and think about that one! Ughhhh not looking good for Will so far.
People who suffer from this complex can experience major problems on a daily basis such as dealing with stress, adapting to change, often feeling depressed or moody and have SECRET feelings of insecurity, shame, vulnerability and humiliation. Only Will can address that!
Will needs to ask himself if he has relationship difficulties (well we have seen those), career issues, has depression or anxiety, physical health problems, drug/alcohol problems to name a few more. Only he can reflect on his behavior and hopefully recognize where and what areas he needs some direction. IF he is willing to take direction. No one needs to go this journey of life suffering in any capacity.
Listen, the guy did a bad thing and consequences need to follow. I sure hope he takes some time to look inside himself and instead of PR and TWEETS he gets some coaching help because clearly he needs some help in his life’s journey! If you see characteristics of yourself, take some time to research some ways you can help yourself as well. And for pitty’s sake- reach out, participate in family therapy and learn healthy ways to communicate, cope with conflicts or emotional distress!!
As to whether Will Smith has a God Complex- well……….. I’ll leave that up to you to decide.
**Note: God Complex is also known as Narcissistic Personality Disorder
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