Social media loves a good personality test, especially one that claims to reveal hidden truths with a single glance. The latest? An optical illusion of overlapping circles that supposedly measures narcissism. But before you panic over your results, let’s set the record straight.
Optical illusions play tricks on our brains by exploiting how we process visual information. Some people might see three circles; others might see eight. But these differences reflect attention, screen size, or even lighting—not deep personality flaws. Narcissism, a complex trait studied in psychology, involves grandiosity, lack of empathy, and a need for admiration—none of which can be assessed by an ambiguous image.
The meme’s appeal lies in its simplicity and the human tendency to seek quick self-diagnosis. But real psychological assessment requires professional evaluation, not social media gimmicks. So go ahead, count those circles for fun—just don’t mistake it for science.
