Icarus Syndrome: Silenced Self-Criticism

  Icarus syndrome often tends to occur in individuals with a special talent. It’s connected to narcissism and occurs when people, due to being overconfident fail to achieve their goals. In general, Icarus syndrome occurs in circles of political, economic, sports, or artistic power, among others. The term ‘burned’ is common in referring to people who got close to reaching the peak but didn’t make it. Self-confidence isn’t only a virtue, but also a great advantage in the social world. However, when it’s not supported by firm foundations, it can lead to Icarus syndrome or a false perception of one’s own…