If you see more than 20 triangles
You might be one of the so-called “pattern amplifiers.” They see opportunities everywhere, even where they don’t yet exist. Your creativity and imagination drive you to combine every little detail into a larger whole.
And this is where the viral myth comes in: “The number of triangles you see determines whether you’re a narcissist.”
People who overanalyze or exaggerate patterns sometimes tend to think egocentrically, assuming their interpretation is the only correct one. Of course, this doesn’t mean you’re a narcissist, but rather that you have a strong ego, great confidence in your own perception, and a desire to be right.
In moderation, this is a strength. But if it’s overdone, it can make you less receptive to the opinions of others. The Pleasure of Personality Illusions
Such tests are not intended for diagnosis—they are merely playful suggestions for reflecting on how our minds work. Whether you saw 9, 13, or 27 triangles, what matters is why you saw them.
Are you more drawn to order or whimsy? Are you focused on what’s in front of you or what might be behind it?
Our brains are designed to recognize meaning, even in simple forms. This makes people endlessly curious—and sometimes wonderfully complex.
