Category: Pathological Lying

Safeguarding Your Wellbeing

Staying safe in a world where threats are not always immediately visible requires a combination of awareness, vigilance, and practical action. By trusting your instincts, setting clear boundaries, and understanding that appearances can be deceptive, you can better protect yourself from those with ill intentions. Remember, staying informed and prepared not only enhances your personal safety but also empowers you to navigate the world with confidence and peace of mind.… Read More Safeguarding Your Wellbeing

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Due Diligence

It’s almost a textbook case of financial deception—no previous history, no real traceable background, just a facade meticulously crafted to lure you in. These individuals are often masters of manipulation, skilled at exploiting the trust and goodwill of others. They know how to present themselves as the perfect partner or advisor, all the while concealing their true intentions.… Read More Due Diligence

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Bonnie and Clyde

In some cases, real-life couples have become notorious for similar behavior. For example, couples involved in cons or frauds often exhibit “Bonnie and Clyde”-like dynamics. These stories have inspired numerous films, books, and TV shows, where the couple’s criminal partnership is often romanticized, despite the harm they cause.

In popular culture, this dynamic is sometimes glamorized, with the couple portrayed as antiheroes. However, in reality, their actions often lead to severe consequences for their victims and, ultimately, for themselves. The allure of their partnership—rooted in loyalty, love, and the thrill of the con—belies the destruction they leave in their wake.… Read More Bonnie and Clyde

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Inconsistencies

People with no clear history, who move around frequently, have inconsistent stories, and avoid questions about their past can indeed raise suspicions. These behaviors might indicate that someone is hiding something or deliberately trying to create a false narrative. While not everyone who exhibits these signs is necessarily a con artist or has bad intentions,… Read More Inconsistencies

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The Sympathetic Scammer

Feigning Mental Illness: This involves pretending to have mental health issues to gain sympathy, avoid responsibilities, or claim benefits. This can range from exaggerating symptoms to fabricating entire conditions.

Claiming Benefits: Some individuals exploit mental health systems abroad by falsely claiming disability benefits or other forms of financial assistance meant for those genuinely in need.

Gaining Sympathy: By presenting themselves as vulnerable, they can manipulate others into feeling sorry for them, which opens the door to further exploitation.

Lulling into a False Sense of Security: These individuals may use the guise of mental illness to make others believe they are harmless or incapable of deceit, thereby lowering their guard.

Coercion and Financial Abuse: Once trust is established, they may manipulate their victims into giving them money, shelter, or other resources, often using guilt, emotional blackmail, or fabricated crises.… Read More The Sympathetic Scammer

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Self-Interest and Alliances with Liars

On the other hand, some people knowingly align themselves with liars because they see a benefit in doing so. This can happen in business, politics, or personal relationships. The liar might offer something valuable—power, money, influence, or even just the promise of keeping things running smoothly.

In business, for example, a person might overlook unethical behavior or even participate in deception if it means securing a lucrative deal. The benefits outweigh the moral cost, at least in the short term. Similarly, in personal relationships, someone might choose to stay with a dishonest partner if leaving would mean losing financial stability, social status, or emotional security.… Read More Self-Interest and Alliances with Liars

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Deception

The Illusion of Bravery Online: Online interactions can bring out a different side of people. Behind the anonymity of a screen, some individuals feel emboldened to say things they would never dare to in person. This phenomenon, often referred to as the “online disinhibition effect,” can lead to people acting in ways that are inconsistent with their real-life personas.

Cowardice in Reality: These so-called “keyboard warriors” might present themselves as brave, assertive, or confrontational online, but in real life, they often avoid direct confrontation. They may lack the courage to stand by their words when faced with real-world consequences. This discrepancy between online bravado and real-life behavior is a clear sign of their insecurity and cowardice.

Understanding Motives: Often, this behavior stems from a need for control or validation. Online, they can craft an image of themselves that aligns with how they want to be seen, rather than who they actually are. This is a form of deception too—deceiving others and perhaps even themselves.… Read More Deception

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Facing the consequences

Facing the consequences of living a lie can be one of the most challenging and painful experiences. When the truth comes out, especially when it involves legal issues and interaction with authorities, the resulting embarrassment and humiliation can feel overwhelming. But even in these dark moments, there are ways to navigate through the turmoil and begin the process of healing and rebuilding.… Read More Facing the consequences

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