This Greek myth attempts to discourage two types of undesirable behavior. The immoral behavior Echo practices is gossipping,and covering for the crimes of Zeus. The undesirable behavior practiced by Narcissus is mistreating others, only loving himself, and being egotistical. Echo attempted to cover for Zeus’ crimes by delaying Hera with gossip. Narcissus mistreats Echo because he can only love himself. As a result of their immoral behavior, the are both punished by a curse; therefore, this myth teaches one not to gossip, cover for the crimes of others, being egotistical, and mistreat others.
