We're all probably a bit narcissistic here's how you can use 4 of your dark personality traits to your advantage

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Everyone has dark triad personality traits — those associated with narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy.

But not everyone is a full blown narcissist or psychopath.

In everyday life, we can use our dark triad characteristics to our advantage.

In fact, it's probably to your detriment if you don't.

Some people struggle with this, but it's like playing with fire — you just have to know what you're doing.

Some people check their reflection out in the mirror, then ask themselves "am I a narcissist?"

This may be because they are hyper-aware of becoming narcissistic due to having one as a parent or an ex-partner, or it could be because of low self-confidence and an overwhelming desire to be liked.See the rest of the story at Business InsiderNOW WATCH: Octopuses are officially the weirdest animals on EarthSee Also:9 facial traits that make someone more attractive, according to scienceHere's how to tell if you're experiencing an 'introvert hangover'What everyone gets wrong about ADHD and how it can be used as a superpowerSEE ALSO: 10 reasons it's difficult to spot narcissists and psychopaths and how they use these to hide in plain sight

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