navel-gazing (noun)

1. In their relationship, they were so caught up in navel-gazing that they neglected to appreciate each other's needs.

2. The protagonist of the novel spent the majority of the story in a state of navel-gazing, unable to see the bigger picture.

3. The navel-gazing wizard spent hours meditating in his tower, oblivious to the troubles plaguing the kingdom around him.

4. The character's navel-gazing nature often led to humorous situations in the animated series, as they were completely focused on their own self-interests.