Darkest Physiology Tricks.

What is dark psychology? Dark psychology is a formal term for the art of manipulation. A person using dark psychology will lie, cheat, steal, and use every other trick in the book to get whatever they want. However, most people are incapable of using dark psychology—they have too much empathy and/or respect for others to engage in these dark arts. What is the dark triad? The “dark triad” refers to the three personality traits required for someone to have a dark psychology personality (narcissism, psychopathy, and Machiavellianism).[3] Dark triad personalities are especially nefarious because they’re willing to do basically whatever it takes to get what they want. This makes them dangerous as friends, family members, or romantic partners. Narcissism: Narcissism is a personality trait (or disorder) where someone has an unreasonably high level of self-importance. Narcissists often need all eyes to be on them and they’ll get frustrated if they aren’t admired or listened to.[4] Psychopathy: Psychopaths have a distinct lack of empathy. They’re incapable of understanding that other people have emotions, which makes them comfortable behaving in a way that most people would never be able to stomach. Psychopaths have problems with impulse control, a tendency for conflict, and a lack of emotional affect.[5] Machiavellianism: Named after the infamous Italian politician Niccolo Machiavelli, a Machiavellian personality refers to someone who is naturally manipulative, strategic, and goal-oriented. Specifically, they’re uninterested in how their machinations impact others so far as it helps them get what they want.[6] Machiavellianism is probably the least common trait of the dark triad, but it’s potentially the most catastrophic for people close to a dark triad personality. Love Flooding Also known as “love bombing,” people who flood you with love will shower you in care, appreciation, and affection to butter you up for a request. People who love flood aren’t in the habit of showing you genuine care—they’re only nice to you when you want something, which can be very draining and painful.[7] Example: You get a promotion at work and one of your coworkers suddenly starts being really nice and asks you to hang out. Just when you think you two are friends, they ask you to let them off the hook if they show up late to your birthday party. Countering this behavior: Dismiss any requests with kindness, but do it quickly and move on. If they stop being nice to you, you know they’re love bombing you.