self-loving

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self-love  (self′luv′), n. 

1. the instinct by which one's actions are directed to the promotion of one's own welfare or well-being, esp. an excessive regard for one's own advantage.
2. conceit;
   vanity.
3. narcissism (def. 2).

• 1555–65

self′-lov′ing, adj.