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The absence of remorse or guilt is a hallmark of psychopathic behavior. Unlike individuals who experience these emotions, a psychopath’s brain operates on a purely cognitive and linguistic level. As described by Baron-Cohen, their brains exhibit “empathy-erosion,” enabling them to perpetrate harmful acts without any internal conflict or emotional distress. While their victims may suffer sleepless nights, the perpetrator remains untroubled.
Many individuals drawn to the self-help movement may have experienced mistreatment or abuse. Their goal is recovery and healing, seeking guidance to mend themselves. However, this pursuit doesn’t inherently equip them to discern the manipulations of those who have harmed them. To better identify and resist the deceptive appeal of psychopaths, we must learn to recognize their bullying and gaslighting tactics for what thay are. Instead of solely focusing inward for solutions, we should direct our attention to the perpetrator.
Shedding Illusions
As demonstrated by Freyd and Birrell, our innate survival mechanisms can render us blind to betrayal. Confronting betrayal is inherently perilous, making it easier to suppress or ignore. When faced with a power imbalance – such as a child dependent on a caregiver, a student on a teacher, an athlete on a coach, or an employee on an employer – acknowledging the betrayal experienced in an abusive relationship can feel overwhelmingly risky and traumatizing.
To overcome this blindness, we must actively defy the ingrained directive to avert our gaze. as explored in The Bullied Brain, our brains are predisposed to obedience, a tendency that perpetrators exploit. Discarding the notion of unquestioning belief, we should begin to question.
When an abusive individual attempts to prevent you from scrutinizing their words or actions, concentrate your attention solely on them. Resist distractions, deflections, red herrings, or attempts to shift blame. Employ a focused approach, like using a magnifying glass, to examine precisely what the perpetrator is anxiously trying to conceal.
adopt a dual perspective. In situations of power imbalance, maintain awareness of the perpetrator while simultaneously seeking an avenue of escape.As you observe the perpetrator, extend your vision beyond them, looking towards the horizon.Positive psychology expert Shawn Achor emphasizes the meaning of a “third path” when confronting setbacks and risks. This path represents the way forward. However,without the belief in it or the use of binoculars to perceive it in the distance,it can be easily missed. In walk Away to Win, Megan carle notes that bullies often attempt to destroy opportunities for future success. This underscores the critical need to remain vigilant of present threats while also looking ahead to a potentially safer and more positive future.
