If you see 13-16 triangles
You’re a keen observer. You can see details without losing sight of the bigger picture. You check connections between things and often read between the lines.
People like you are both intuitive and analytical. You know when something isn’t right, but you always look for logical explanations. In social situations, you’re both empathetic and cautious: the perfect combination of heart and mind.
If you see more than 20 triangles
You might be one of those so-called “pattern amplifiers.” You see opportunities everywhere, even where they don’t exist yet. Your creativity and imagination drive you to combine every small detail into a greater whole.
And this is where the viral legend comes in: “The number of triangles you see determines whether you are 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 they’re narcissistic, but rather have a strong ego, great confidence in their own perception, and a desire to be right.
In moderation, it’s a strength. But if overdone, it can make you less receptive to other people’s opinions.
The pleasure of personality illusions
These tests aren’t diagnostic; they’re just playful suggestions to encourage reflection 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 fantasy? Do you focus on what’s in front of you or what might be behind you?
Our brains are designed to recognize meaning, even in the simplest forms. This makes people infinitely curious, and sometimes even wonderfully complex.
