The article raises the issue of studying the narcissistic traits of major Russian rulers of the past, such as Ivan IV, Peter I, and Catherine II. The authors explore the relationship between the personal characteristics of leaders and their governance styles, focusing on the formation of specific psychological conditions that support the development of narcissism. The article highlights the significance of individual perceptions of power in the context of Russian history and emphasizes the importance of a historical and psychological approach for a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics of power and its impact on society. The article is of an applied historical and psychological nature and may be of interest to both historians and psychologists.
Keywords: narcissism, power, historical and psychological approach, history of Russia, rulers, history of psychology, psychological aspect, personality aspect.