tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post1311951354490874437..comments2024-03-28T00:33:57.308-07:00Comments on Sociopath World: Sliding scale of emotionsUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger96125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-74033549895762391762015-03-29T13:58:38.989-07:002015-03-29T13:58:38.989-07:00You have no excuse for being 56 years old and a vi...You have no excuse for being 56 years old and a virgin unless you willfully chose to be. There are so many ways to get your cherry popped that it's comical.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-28986509679586401162015-01-20T17:26:36.869-08:002015-01-20T17:26:36.869-08:00D,
"M.E.'s love of ruining others could ...D,<br /><br />"M.E.'s love of ruining others could come from destructive social energy-... Or, it could refer back to that basic pattern-solving mind- what's more fun than figuring out how something works, taking it apart, and experimenting with what you can make it do?"<br /><br />Based on your comment and reasoning, you're straightforwardly questioning M.E.'s thinking and behavior in more than one way, but here is your clear answer/clarification:<br /><br />"— tearing apart people’s stories, the lies that they’ve decided to live or at least try to pass off as truth."<br /><br />Having said that, it is not questionable as you've phrased your comment. She is indubitably concerned with the truth (i.e., obviously, sans lies and pretense), which is a virtue and noble endeavor, as opposed to destruction in the way that you have posed your questions. I relate to that as well, and having understood her thinking, I find it appropriate to clarify it for you. STAY SMARThttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07829477510152056154noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-27189988295471689142015-01-20T14:59:40.383-08:002015-01-20T14:59:40.383-08:00As a caution: The Levenson self-report, may I be ...As a caution: The Levenson self-report, may I be so bold as to question the deities, tests less on empathy as on thought patterns. A person's thought patterns and way of rationalizing and compartmentalizing things has a large impact on his score.<br /><br />My score for primary psychopathy was 3.8. The score for secondary, 3.6. I scored higher for primary than 88.25 percent of people, and higher for secondary than 88.6 percent of people. I understand the quantitative progression in likely not linear (that is, from 3.6 to 3.7 is less jump than from 3.7 to 3.8) but these results reflect my logic more strongly than they do my empathy, although it is true that for me logic often outweighs empathy.<br />Furthermore, the test commits minor errors of attribution. For instance, making money is one of my main goals. Why? Well, I like clothes. I also like having money on hand to help people out when they need it. I can't buy someone else food if I can't even afford my own. (I could. But not regularly.)<br />But a caution to my caution: Sociopathy means little or no empathy, not just no empathy. Much of the sociopathic personality is pattern of thought. The Levenson weight on thinking patterns isn't entirely misguided. I only wish to show that it is far from the most thorough of examinations.<br /><br />-DarienAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-12013695111728116952015-01-20T14:43:20.050-08:002015-01-20T14:43:20.050-08:00As a comment on the idea of all being aspects of a...As a comment on the idea of all being aspects of a whole:<br />This makes sense. The human brain has a distinct base form, but naturally it has evolved to produce all shades of expression- from the person who cares deeply and personally for another, to the person who is categorically non-empathetic- and each acts according to his nature, most of the time without conscious consideration of the essence of his activities.<br /><br />As for tearing down vs. building up:<br />I think on a basic level the human species has a need to find patterns. It was advantageous to survival in primitive times, and continues to be so. Generally we don't think about it much, instead it is a natural, maybe even inescapable tendency. (When was the last time you looked at a cloud and didn't see some kind of shape?) We also have both a supportive and a destructive instinct; consider the predatory animal, which rips apart prey and then brings the best part to her cubs before cuddling with them and playing with them gently. These instincts enforce social bonds, or take down dangerous others. M.E.'s love of ruining others could come from destructive social energy- as a highly successful woman she has few real threats. Or it could come from destructive predatory energy- people nowadays have no need to take down animals with claw and tooth, and often this innate drive is redirected into more socially acceptable outlets, such as football, or law. There's an element of empowerment involved as well- again, the chosen pursuit of many a primitive human. It could be her logic- she's good at ferreting out inconsistencies, recognizing masks and lies for what they are. Perhaps it feels good to rip apart that holey pattern to reveal the form underneath. (Ever take apart a theory, remove the bits that don't make sense, and come through with something more elegant? Elegance of articulation is categorically rewarding, I find.) Or, it could refer back to that basic pattern-solving mind- what's more fun than figuring out how something works, taking it apart, and experimenting with what you can make it do?<br /><br />I say not that M.E. is primitive or base, save in that sense we all are. We are all the animal, shoved through the sieve of the social model, and this must be taken into account when attempting to understand the human mind.<br /><br />-DAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-74226013798061484642015-01-19T04:29:01.574-08:002015-01-19T04:29:01.574-08:00@NM Sorry to post as anon. Wanted to make a name, ...@NM Sorry to post as anon. Wanted to make a name, but didn't work. I followed the link to the test you posted saturday. I turn out to be an ENTP. The report really described my personality. By digging further today I found out that ENTP's are linked to sociopaths. I'm definately not a sociopath. I read people really well and empathize. So I figured not all ENTP's are sociopaths. I filled out the Levenson Self Repot today and was suprised to find that my primary score was higher than 63% of the people who have taken the test and secondary score was higher than 89%. I can't believe it. I hate lying, always take care not to hurt people and couldn't hurt a fly (well, a fly ok, but really i love animals). Now my personality is up there with The Joker. Really makes me think about myself. Thanks for sharing the link. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-34231767057574087362015-01-16T16:12:38.822-08:002015-01-16T16:12:38.822-08:00Daughters of Anarchy,
I am very sorry to hear tha...Daughters of Anarchy,<br /><br />I am very sorry to hear that you are a victim of sexual abuse. In this specific case, I can see how you relate to the inner message of the singer/song. As in all situations, sometimes it really helps to have something to relate to in addition to other kinds of support (i.e., it counts so much when it helps one to feel better). <br /><br />Again, I am genuinely sorry. STAY SMARThttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07829477510152056154noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-22837723463203416162015-01-14T14:15:12.905-08:002015-01-14T14:15:12.905-08:00Someone with BPD is no different than anyone else....Someone with BPD is no different than anyone else. We eat, sleep, and breath. It is more about attachment and a sort of a push- pull relationship, but it is controllable with DBT skills.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-88176272145960387522015-01-13T21:39:38.572-08:002015-01-13T21:39:38.572-08:00Well, I'm a self-identified socio-/psychopath,...Well, I'm a self-identified socio-/psychopath, so I gathered as much information as possible and still continue to do so. If you want to learn something specific, just ask me.<br />Reality is relative - that's why I told you I'm not sure. No one can be sure about anything. Especially not about something as insubstantial as a pd diagnosis.<br /><br />I have no first-hand experience with bpd - at least not that I'm aware of - so I can't judge how they are or aren't. Would definitely be interesting to meet one tho.Nihilistic Mindhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11889477052396839752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-53516595213455920692015-01-13T18:49:16.953-08:002015-01-13T18:49:16.953-08:00hehe antihero :) I think that's a lot of the ...hehe antihero :) I think that's a lot of the reasons why people like socios. They see them as sort of the antihero. Actually the reason I was hoping you were, or anyone else on this site is because I am trying to learn more. By the way, bpd's make excellent antiheroes....if you only knew ;)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-84184036472421860372015-01-13T14:31:23.523-08:002015-01-13T14:31:23.523-08:00Why did you hope so, Anon? I'm a nihilist: I d...Why did you hope so, Anon? I'm a nihilist: I don't believe there's a tangible truth out there anyways. Create your own truth. If you needed me to be your (anti)hero, you're free to believe whatever you like.Nihilistic Mindhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11889477052396839752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-84253183784214238122015-01-13T14:21:50.443-08:002015-01-13T14:21:50.443-08:00I'm sad...I was Hoping you were really socio b...I'm sad...I was Hoping you were really socio but it is what it isAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-40730262058721873802015-01-13T12:30:24.833-08:002015-01-13T12:30:24.833-08:00@DoA, Marilyn Manson was kind of my childhood hero...@DoA, Marilyn Manson was kind of my childhood hero xD<br />You're welcome, glad you do c:<br /><br />The text makes sense, thank you for sharing it and the music!<br /><br /><br />@Anon, I didn't take offence, quite the opposite actually. Thought your troll comment deserved an equally trolling answer, tho I admit I'm not that good at trolling. I started internet communication only a few months ago.<br /><br />Regarding your question, no I'm not sure that I'm no beeper. Wouldn't change anything for me tho. Also, it might be possible I have rather histrionic PD minus the "need to be center of attention"-thing. Might also be that I'm just an Aspie. Or just some idiot using his brain too much. I don't know and doesn't matter much.Nihilistic Mindhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11889477052396839752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-24733903033932330352015-01-13T09:26:17.405-08:002015-01-13T09:26:17.405-08:00Wow you really took offense to that. Are you sure...Wow you really took offense to that. Are you sure you're a socio and not a beeper?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-20892372967193895572015-01-13T06:55:02.407-08:002015-01-13T06:55:02.407-08:00representation* grr, auto correct, lolrepresentation* grr, auto correct, lolDaughters of Anarchynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-9400124524892695952015-01-13T06:53:25.272-08:002015-01-13T06:53:25.272-08:00SM, hello, good morning. I just mention the abuse ...SM, hello, good morning. I just mention the abuse because I read on a blog that this particular song she wrote was a representative of her father who really hurt her. <br /><br />Yes, I'm a victim of sexual abuse. So I was steered towards listening to it. Her songs have many messages -- if we listen closely we see what she's projecting out. She's wonderful. So many different tastes to music. I enjoy varieties. <br /><br />:-))Daughters of Anarchynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-29076798085320247442015-01-13T06:46:25.865-08:002015-01-13T06:46:25.865-08:00Will have to read it after work for sure. :)Will have to read it after work for sure. :)Daughters of Anarchynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-8539214310787525682015-01-13T06:43:21.104-08:002015-01-13T06:43:21.104-08:00NM, I love Marilyn Manson music. God his voice is ...NM, I love Marilyn Manson music. God his voice is so Gggoood on the ears. Thanks for the list of bands, I recognize some I really enjoy. :)<br /><br />The songs message : About the song. I found this. <br /><br />“It's really just about taking the power back from the word, and when you get past all the controversy of the word, you have a bombastic rock and roll song with crushing guitars and huge drums that will have you screaming whore at the top of your lungs!”[ Singer Maria Brink took a more artistic approach by posing nude for the song’s online campaign. Brink writes one the band's Facebook post, "I decided to pose nude for the visual art for 'Whore' to evoke a raw vulnerable emotion. The word 'whore' written down my back, and the dunce cap symbolize me placing myself on the stake for those who are suffering and I can only hope to encourage at least one person to find the self worth and love they deserve to transcend out of a painful situation into a beautiful one. It is about finding our power and taking a stand.”<br />Daughters of Anarchynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-72801293326563716282015-01-13T06:35:00.746-08:002015-01-13T06:35:00.746-08:00Harry, Thanks . . . if anyone on this site would ...Harry, Thanks . . . if anyone on this site would get 'me' and my family's position regarding my dark interests it would have to be you . . . I feel connected to your dark humor and wit. Now that you brought up When Harry met Sally, I'm afraid that you and Billy C are merged in my mind.<br /><br />Kids are remarkably tough. I'm sure your son will pull through OK. Your love for him shines very bright on SW, so I'm sure he knows how much you care and will always be there for him.Faustnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-1117384489505984722015-01-13T00:26:18.212-08:002015-01-13T00:26:18.212-08:00@Anon, yes, I'm 19 - so what? Do you say I can...@Anon, yes, I'm 19 - so what? Do you say I can't enjoy good music because of that? May I ask how old you are? You sound old and still you use the internet - hipster or what?<br /><br />Besides, your definition of "retro" seems to be slightly off. Correct that and we might talk. Neither NIN nor Korn depict nostalgic values plus they are both still active. Ask Google if you don't believe me.<br /><br />Nirvana might be considered retro. Someone in the family gifted me a CD from Nirvana and I happened to like them. Kurt Cobain's story is fascinating.<br /><br />@HB, you listen to this kind of music? What are your favorite bands?Nihilistic Mindhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11889477052396839752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-44023974504184298112015-01-12T21:44:25.005-08:002015-01-12T21:44:25.005-08:00Haha, I've seen a lot of those bands. Good stu...Haha, I've seen a lot of those bands. Good stuff.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14837238029620913050noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-39779663022770894102015-01-12T20:16:04.609-08:002015-01-12T20:16:04.609-08:00From what you wrote it, sounds like your dad is a ...From what you wrote it, sounds like your dad is a fun guy (or at least sympathetic). I hope my son speaks fondly of me in 15-20 years. HLHallerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18050618063787907688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-35688795294754690922015-01-12T20:12:57.217-08:002015-01-12T20:12:57.217-08:00you said you're 19 right? is retro in or what...you said you're 19 right? is retro in or what? wow, NIN? Korn? Nirvana?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-4407492812204762632015-01-12T20:07:50.302-08:002015-01-12T20:07:50.302-08:00Jr and I haven't really discussed it yet, but ...Jr and I haven't really discussed it yet, but he is not shy about telling his mom that he wants to hang out with dad. And, it's not like I'm a pushover...<br /><br />He likes clear boundaries - I tell him, "this far and no farther." He gets that. Ma seems to want to discuss this to no end and that confuses him...at least to hear him ask me for clarification...<br />HLHallerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18050618063787907688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-63390874664428087002015-01-12T20:00:24.227-08:002015-01-12T20:00:24.227-08:00Well, Faust - we, or at least I, enjoy your partic...Well, Faust - we, or at least I, enjoy your participation. 8)~<br /><br />Thanks for the "well wishes" - it's not that bad for, me at this point. Emotionally, I'm pretty well "processed" at this point. In an odd sense of irony, it's like the opposite of the scene from "When Harry Met Sally" - "when you figure out who you [don't] want to spend the rest of your life with..." I'm ready to be "on the other side." <br /><br />The previous year was rough - now it's just...work.<br /><br />Sorry to hear that your family isn't...accepting of how you see the world. Lots of people are not comfortable with dark subjects. The family I grew up with (bio mom and step dad were; bio dad and step mom were not) were very comfortable with them, so I feel fortunate in that regard - HLHallerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18050618063787907688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-628748600098131100.post-12369781371716823282015-01-12T19:54:22.773-08:002015-01-12T19:54:22.773-08:00Stay Smart, are you a socio?Stay Smart, are you a socio?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com