This blog is about learning to understand all of our feelings and learning to consciously face, feel, and experience all of our feelings within the context of our own childhood.
Everything we become and everything that happens to us is connected to childhood. Not every victim becomes an abuser, but every abuser was once a victim of abuse. These are facts. Violence is not genetic; it’s learned.
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Yes, it's a very bad spot to be in when we are ruled by criminals.
Everyone is focused on the sociopaths in the White House, but how we prevent sociopaths from getting into the highest office of the land is to expose them and their corruption at the local level. We fight corruption from the bottom up and not from the top, but as we witnessed at my place of work -- where I worked for nine and a half years -- no one had the courage to expose the sociopaths and their corruption. And no one cares that my livelihood was almost destroyed by these very bad players.
The comment below by someone on YouTube is so true!
@olddoug8945 HOW DID WE GET HERE, TO THE EDGE OF DESTRUCTION? The first problem is that so very many people think that AMERICA has been around for a long time and is so strong that it cannot be destroyed. [250 years is NOT a long time. My great-grandfather grew up during the Civil War. His great-grandfather was a Revolutionary War Patriot. So it begins to look pretty recent. In terms of civilizations that have come and gone, America is just a toddler. The old aphorism, "constant vigilance is the price of liberty," has never been more apropos. Vigilance, attention, alertness, comprehension, BACKBONE, and ACTION are needed now. Not complacency or trust. We are in grave danger of losing our liberty. The billionaires are buying up control of all media. Musk and his muskrats are hacking every agency and can see you right now, know everything about you, and when they leave, will have installed codes that will persist and will allow them to know all. If you think it ain't so, you are entirely too trusting. Way, way past time for the GOP congress to impeach this orange thug traitor. If they do not get rid of Trump, then they are traitors and should be dealt with as such! You signed up for the job, so fn do it!"
The revenge of the geeks.
This will go down as the largest data breach in history. We will never know where it went or what they're gonna do with it.
Doge is the DEPARTMENT OF GOVERNMENT ESPIONAGE
The biggest threat to humanity -- is people's repressed emotions of the child they once were -- and as long as people's repressed emotions are unresolved, they will be blinded by them and driven by them into the state of compulsion repetition to hurt and exploit others the same way they were hurt and exploited as defenseless little children. If people were not emotionally blind, they would be able to see the lies, illusions, and all the traps society constantly puts in front of them. And yes, an emotionally blind humanity with the aid of technology will destroy itself much faster.
The conversation about the effects of childhood repression in our society needs to start happening inthe stage of the world, sooner rather than later, if we want to save ourselves and humanity from falling off the cliff and committing mass suicide.
Malignant narcissists' sadism is epic. Hurting and destroying others' lives is their pain-killing drug. It's an addiction that keeps their own childhood repression intact.
“Sadism is not an infectious disease that strikes a person all of a sudden. It has a long prehistory in childhood and always originates in the desperate fantasies of a child who is searching for a way out of a hopeless situation.
An American professor, for example, has been conducting experiments for years with brain transplants. In an interview with the magazine Tele, he reports that he has already succeeded in replacing the brain of one monkey with that of another. He does not doubt that in the foreseeable future it will be possible to do the same thing with human beings.
Readers have a choice here: they can be thrilled at so much scientific progress, or they can wonder how such absurdity can be possible and what purpose such pursuits can serve. But a piece of seemingly unimportant information may produce an "aha" reaction in them, for Professor White speaks of "religious feelings" connected with his endeavor. Questioned by the interviewer, he explains that he had a very strict Catholic upbringing and in the opinion of his ten children, had been raised like a dinosaur. I don't know what is meant by this, but I can imagine that this image refers to antediluvian methods of child-rearing. What does that have to do with his scientific work?
Perhaps this is the unconscious background for Professor White's experiments: by devoting all his energy and vitality to the goal of one day being able to transplant brains in human beings, he is fulfilling his long-harbored infantile wish to be able to replace his parents' brains. Sadism is not an infectious disease that strikes a person all of a sudden. It has a long prehistory in childhood and always originates in the desperate fantasies of a child who is searching for a way out of a hopeless situation." From the book: “For Your Own Good: Hidden Cruelty in Child-Rearing and the Roots of Violence” By Alice Miller
Narcissists are control freaks and use money as a tool to control and punish others, which is why they become so addicted to money, because they have the illusion that with money, they can be in charge of everything and will protect them from having to face the fears of resolving their own childhood repression.
Addiction and greed are the same thing. Greed or addiction means that whatever the object of our affection is, we can never get enough of it. Addicts live in constant fear of losing the object of their affection and go to any lengths to protect it. They will lie, cheat, steal, go to war without thinking twice, and exploit others, even their own children. No wonder so many young people are so angry; for when we feel used and exploited, we get furious.
Sadly, this happens to too many people. Earlier success without facing and resolving childhood repression first will contribute to a person's downfall.
"LOVING SOME PEOPLE IS LIKE BUTTONING UP A SHIRT THE WRONG WAY - YOU DON'T REALIZE IT WAS ALL WRONG UNTIL YOU REACH THE END."
IN 1922, WHILE STAYING IN A TOKYO HOTEL ALBERT EINSTEIN HAD NO CASH FOR A TIP.
INSTEAD, HE WROTE A NOTE: "A CALM AND MODEST LIFE BRINGS MORE HAPPINESS THAN THE PURSUIT OF SUCCESS." HE REPORTEDLY TOLD THE BELLBOY, "ONE DAY THIS WILL BE VALUABLE." IN 2017, THAT NOTE SOLD FOR $1.56 MILLION AT AUCTION.
I feel like this tree 🌳 vulnerable and exposed but hanging on strong 💪
"When you want to help people, you tell them the truth. When you want to help yourself, you tell them what they want to hear." Thomas Sowell
"You stand for what you tolerate," exactly!
Donald Trump behaves and talks like every malignant narcissist; they never take responsibility for anything. They are perfect! he just said: "The good parts are mine. The bad parts are Biden. "Yet people still support him. Hilary was 💯 spot on
White-color crime costs more money than street crime, but it rarely gets punished compared to street crime.
White-collar crime, which includes crimes like fraud, embezzlement, and corporate crime, typically results in higher financial losses than street crimes like theft or assault.
Elaboration:
FBI Estimates:
The FBI estimates that white-collar crime costs the US more than $300 billion annually, significantly exceeding the cost of street crime, which is estimated at around $15 billion.
Scope of White-Collar Crime:
White-collar crimes often involve complex schemes that can affect many people and can have far-reaching consequences on the economy and society.
Examples of High-Cost Crimes:
Examples of white-collar crimes that cause substantial financial damage include Ponzi schemes, corporate fraud, and intellectual property theft.
Underreporting and Under-Investigation:
White-collar crimes are often underreported and difficult to prosecute, which contributes to their high economic impact.
Global Impact:
The economic impact of white-collar crime is not limited to the United States. Globally, it's estimated that these crimes cost up to $1.7 trillion per year.
"They're doing it with impunity for profit!" No truer words have ever been uttered. Sadly.
Could not agree more. Yes, they are the real problem. The people who voted for Trump can not ever be forgiven.
F-E-A-R has two meanings
"Forget Everything And Run."
"Face Everything And Rise"
The choice is yours.
Kamala and Walz didn't lose! The United States and the world did. Musk probably also manipulated the computers to help DT win. The geeks are going to screw everyone on this planet. The world is run by white-collar criminals.
I have compassion for the children they once were, but I have no compassion for the monsters adult they have become
I look forward to the day Trump and his cronies are gone, and I never hear his name again. The Americans who voted for Trump can never be forgiven.
No, Trump and his cronies have no moral compass. Sociopaths kiss each other's a$$es
Machiavellian
Machiavellianism refers to a personality trait characterized by manipulativeness, cynicism, and a tendency to exploit others for personal gain, often disregarding morality and ethics
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Origin and Historical Context:
The term originates from the writings of Niccolò Machiavelli, a 16th-century Italian diplomat and political philosopher, particularly his treatise The Prince, which offered pragmatic advice to rulers on acquiring and maintaining power, even if it meant using deceit and manipulation.
Key Characteristics of Machiavellianism:
Manipulativeness: Skilled at influencing others to achieve their own goals, often through charm, deception, or exploitation.
Cynicism: Possesses a negative and distrustful view of others, assuming they are motivated by self-interest.
Amorality: Demonstrates a disregard for conventional morality and ethics when pursuing personal objectives.
Strategic and Calculating: Approaches situations and relationships with a calculated and strategic mindset, prioritizing personal advancement.
Lack of Empathy: May exhibit a reduced capacity for empathy and may struggle to prioritize the needs and feelings of others.
Examples of Machiavellianism in Action:
Workplace Politics: Engaging in manipulative tactics to climb the corporate ladder, such as taking credit for others' work or sabotaging colleagues.
Interpersonal Relationships: Manipulating partners' emotions to maintain control or using flattery and charm to exploit others.
Negotiations and Bargaining: Employing deceptive strategies or misrepresenting information to gain an advantage.
Political Campaigns: Using smear tactics or spreading misinformation about opponents.
Machiavellianism vs. Other Personality Traits:
Narcissism: While both Machiavellians and narcissists can be manipulative, narcissists are primarily driven by a need for admiration and attention, while Machiavellians are more strategic and calculating in their manipulation.
Psychopathy: Both Machiavellianism and psychopathy involve a lack of empathy and a willingness to exploit others, but psychopathy often involves more impulsivity and overt antisocial behavior.
Note: Machiavellianism is not a clinical diagnosis but rather a personality trait that exists on a spectrum. While high levels of Machiavellianism can be associated with negative consequences in relationships and social interactions, it is important to remember that individuals may exhibit varying degrees of these traits.
"We know there's something wrong, but what I'm tired of is people, daily, nightly, on all the cable news shows telling us there's something wrong. I just think we ought to direct our resources and our energies to doing something about it. And other people have made this point: If the guy was running Dairy Queen, he'd be gone. This guy couldn't work at The Gap. So why do we have to be victimized by his fecklessness, his ignorance? But it's just the behavior is insulting to Americans, whether you voted for him or not — and I feel bad for people who did vote for him because he promised them things that they really needed and one wonders if he's really going to come through. I know there's trouble in this country, and we need a guy who can fix that trouble. I wish it was Trump, but it's not, so let's just stop whining about what a goon he is and figure out a way to take him aside and put him in a home."
Love it!
Yes, he should look in the mirror.
Hurting and destroying others' lives is their pain-killing drug. It's an addiction that keeps their own childhood repression intact.
"Sadism is not an infectious disease that strikes a person all of a sudden. It has a long prehistory in childhood and always originates in the desperate fantasies of a child who is searching for a way out of a hopeless situation." From the book: “For Your Own Good: Hidden Cruelty in Child-Rearing and the Roots of Violence” by Alice Miller
They deny the truth and facts, creating a false narrative that pretends to be all grown up, all good and perfect, acting as if personality.
The geeks are going to screw everyone. Evil is born anew with every new generation, and with the aid of technology, they are going to cause a lot more harm to society on a scale never seen before.
The revenge of the geeks
Exactly!
I have stared at pure evil in the face. It's real! If looks could kill i would be dead already.
The geeks are going to screw everyone. Evil is born anew with every new generation, and with the aid of technology, they are going to cause a lot more harm to society on a scale never seen before.
Elon Musk is a genius but is also an idiot. He is emotionally blinded by the repressed emotions of the child he once was. He gives evidence that intelligence and money alone don't save anyone from their emotional prisons.
Remember, we are living under nuclear threat because of a fxcking genius! The world doesn't need more geniuses. What the world needs most is people with the courage to face the fears of resolving childhood repression.
