Impulsivity and cold-heartedness, often masked by a "glib" or charming exterior. Common Tactics of Influence
Starting with a tiny, easy-to-agree-to request. Once you say "yes" to something small, your brain feels a psychological need to be consistent, making you much more likely to agree to a much larger, more intrusive request later. Manipulacion y psicologia oscura - Maria Costan...
Psychological manipulation works because it targets : the desire to be loved, the fear of loss, and the need for social belonging. By learning these "dark" patterns, you don't just learn how people are controlled—you learn how to build a psychological "armor" to protect your own boundaries. Impulsivity and cold-heartedness, often masked by a "glib"
A focus on self-interest and deception. The "ends justify the means" mentality. Impulsivity and cold-heartedness