Few things dominate social media feeds quite like those irresistible, bite-sized “personality tests” — the kind that promise to reveal your true self with just a glance. Maybe you’ve seen it: a striking image of overlapping circles paired with the bold claim, “The number of circles you see reveals how narcissistic you are.” It’s the kind of post you can’t help but pause on, count the circles, and maybe even tag a friend to compare results.
Why do these seemingly simple visuals gain so much traction? Because they tap into something universal — our deep-rooted curiosity about who we are and how we stack up against others. Even a quirky meme can feel strangely insightful when it claims to unlock traits as complex as narcissism.
This fascination fits perfectly within a culture obsessed with self-discovery, where personality quizzes range from the absurd (“What Type of Pizza Are You?”) to the scientific (like the ever-popular Myers-Briggs Type Indicator). In a world constantly searching for identity, even a set of circles can feel like a mirror.