- 1). Realize that sociopaths lack the ability to love. A sociopath may feel some affection, but he does not feel the deep pleasure that most people do from personal connections. He will not make sacrifices for people he cares about unless there is something in it for him, and will not empathize with their feelings.
- 2). Understand that sociopaths are impulsive. They often do rash, destructive or self-destructive things without realizing the consequences of their actions.
- 3). Learn that sociopaths do not have moral reasoning skills. A sociopath is aware of laws and culturally defined rules of behavior, but do not think those rules apply to her and see no inherent value in following them. Sociopaths may, however follow the rules out of self-interest when breaking them would have negative consequences.
- 4). Realize that sociopaths are driven by a love of power and sex. They enjoy influencing and controlling others, which often leads them to come across as charming and may lead to professional and romantic success.
- 5). Learn that sociopaths have a powerful sense of entitlement. They see themselves as above others and will lie, con and manipulate to get what they want.
- 6). Learn that sociopaths are harmful and even dangerous to be around. Because they are driven to control others, they are good at finding and exploiting the weaknesses of their victims. They will resort to psychological or even physical abuse to get what they want.
- 7). Realize that you can't help a sociopath. You can't appeal to his guilt or remorse, his sense of personal loyalty or his understanding of right and wrong because he lacks all of these faculties. Your best bet is to stay away.
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