re: Matt Mauck comments on Nick Saban

A narcissist understands intellectually that events like birth and death are supposed to “ mellow “ him even if he doesn’t feel empathetic connections like normal humans do. He understands it’s an expectation that other people have. But as it’s not a natural and authentic emotional response for him he has a decision to make . Does he modify his persona to meet the expectation of others or not ? The answer is, is it in his best interest? That is ALWAYS the logic of the narcissist.

Clearly in 2020 , with Dabo on one side and O on the other- hugs and smiles and tearful Heisman trophy speeches etc- it IS in Saban’s best interest to “ mellow “.