Under what circumstances is being self absorbed a good thing?

Question

Are there any situations where it is a good thing?

Answer 1

when you think its a good thing

if someone is telling you that your to self absorbed then maybe it is them that is the self absorbed one because they are demanding something out of you

Answer 2

they say before you can help others, you should help yourself first. so if being self-absorbed is only a phase then it's good. gain everything for yourself first and then use them to help others.

Answer 3

When you've been neglecting yourself or putting others before what's best for you. It's not always good to be selfless.  

Answer 4

When you are studying for an important examination...

When recovering from a serious illness...

When in meditation...

I won't call that 'absorption';  rather 'self-concentration'...

Answer 5

Maybe so... I have never been a self absorbed person... If I can't make others happy than I can't feel happy myself...

Answer 6

yeah when your trying to get over someone its good, because you realise your worthy of the best! and you are happy being with yourself because you love yourself.

but its all about balance, you do have to love yourself but not be over the top that all you think about is yourself  

Answer 7

Whenever you need to focus on a specific task self absorption can be positive as it allows you to ignore external distractions. I agree with previous posters' comments on getting over someone, focusing on enhancing your career, etc. Too much of anything can be bad though. Eventually you'll either turn into a jerk or a hermit.

Answer 8

It's they way to go when studying for an exam.

Answer 9

To be absorbed with one's self can be a good thing if one realizes  the outcomes/circumstances for ones actions.