2. They Have an Internal Urge to Manipulate
This lack of empathy comes with a concerning consequence: sociopaths have a deep, instinctual drive to manipulate others. To understand this, imagine wanting something a promotion, an object, or even intimacy with someone—but lacking any guilt or concern for hurting others in the process. This is how sociopaths approach life.
Sociopaths often prey on the weaknesses of others to get what they want. As one diagnosed sociopath shared, they naturally sense vulnerability in others and feel an urge to take advantage of it. This urge to manipulate is so ingrained that they may not even realize they’re doing it.
It’s important to note that not every sociopath is a “bad” person, but their instinct to manipulate can still be harmful. According to the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry, about 1 in 30 people have antisocial personality disorders, so it’s more common than you might think.
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3. Their First Impressions Can Feel Too Good to Be True
When you first meet a sociopath, you won’t feel a sense of dread in fact, quite the opposite. Sociopaths often make an overwhelmingly positive first impression. They can appear charming, likable, and interested in everything about you.
This is because sociopaths are willing to fake aspects of their personality to match what you want to see. They may exaggerate certain traits or fabricate details to win you over. One sociopath described how they would shape their personality to fit others’ expectations, making it easy to gain trust.
While some people naturally have charismatic qualities, sociopaths take this to an extreme. They can fool others into trusting them by offering help, pretending to care, and using kindness as a tool for manipulation.
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