Are You The
Main Character?
Main Character Syndrome (MCS) is when someone thinks life is a movie and they're the star. Everyone else? Just extras in their personal blockbuster.
Understanding
The Condition
Most people know they're one of 8 billion humans on Earth. But someone with MCS? They're convinced those 8 billion are just the supporting cast in their personal movie.
To them, getting stuck in traffic isn't bad city planning — it's the universe creating drama. A bad hair day isn't humidity — it's character development.
"These patients don't just live their lives. They perform them. Even alone in their bathroom, they're delivering an Oscar-worthy monologue to the mirror."
— Dr. Aryeh Gershlick, 2024
The Walking Soundtrack
Can't walk to the store without imagining which song would play in this "scene." Chooses music based on the vibe they want to project to absolutely no one.
Everyone Else is an NPC
Believes the barista, the bus driver, and that person who held the door exist solely to move their plot forward. Shocked when they see their teacher at the grocery store.
The Invisible Camera
Makes knowing glances at imaginary cameras. Narrates their thoughts as if there's a viewer who cares about their internal coffee debate.
The Chief Researcher
Dr. Aryeh Gershlick
"Last week, a patient asked me to wait because they weren't ready for their therapy session's 'cold open.' Another one brought their own lighting. These are real people. Well, they think they're the only real people, but you get my point."
Education
Oxford, probably
Specialty
Reality Check Therapy
Best Seller
"Nobody's Watching You"
Clinical Assessment
The Gershlick Diagnostic Scale
Patient Intake Form
This assessment consists of 10 scenarios designed to measure your Protagonist Index. Please answer honestly—your imaginary audience isn't watching right now.
Confidentiality not guaranteed
Clinical Rx
Protagonist Index
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