Dark Psychology and Stoicism

The study of the human mind, often described as the study of the mind and soul.

The application of psychological principles to achieve personal gain.

The art of persuading someone to do something against their will or better judgment, often using manipulative techniques.

A set of three personality traits: Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy.

A personality trait characterized by a lack of empathy and remorse, often exhibiting antisocial behavior and a manipulative attitude.

A personality trait characterized by a grandiose sense of self-importance, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy.

A personality trait characterized by manipulation, deception, and a focus on self-interest, often lacking empathy and morals.

The act of deliberately using deceptive or abusive tactics to influence someone's behavior or emotions for personal gain.

A tactic used to deflect blame by attributing one's shortcomings or negative qualities to another person.

A tactic used to intimidate and silence someone by inducing fear or overawing them.

A tactic used to make the manipulator's problems appear more significant than those of the victim, downplaying the victim's struggles.

A tactic used to overwhelm someone with intellectual facts or arguments, often exaggerated or inaccurate, to control the conversation or make the victim feel inferior.

A tactic used to devalue or belittle the victim through verbal attacks or insults, aiming to silence them or make them feel insecure.

A method of training or influencing someone's behavior through repeated exposure to certain patterns or stimuli, often used to subtly change their values.

A tactic used behind the victim's back to spread lies, rumors, or negative information, aiming to damage their reputation or social standing.

A tactic used to disrupt the victim's expectations or plans by creating false hope or promises, only to break them at the last moment, leaving the victim vulnerable.

A tactic used to sell one's alleged good qualities or character traits to a potential victim before establishing a genuine connection.

A tactic using veiled insults, sarcastic remarks, or passive-aggressive behavior to undermine the victim's confidence or sense of self-worth.

A tactic used to create a conflict or rivalry between the victim and a third party, drawing the victim's attention away from the manipulator's true intentions.

A tactic used to test the victim's boundaries, gradually escalating manipulative behavior until the victim is overwhelmed or unable to resist.

A tactic used to judge, criticize, or belittle the victim excessively, often in public, to isolate them and control their behavior.

A relationship that is harmful or damaging to one or both parties involved.

A relationship in which one person exerts control and influence over another for their own benefit, often using manipulative techniques.

A relationship where one person abuses another, often physically, verbally, or emotionally.

The act of persuading someone to do something against their will or better judgment, often using manipulative techniques such as reciprocity or commitment.

The tendency to act selfishly and exploit others for personal gain, often disregarding the needs or well-being of those being manipulated.

A condition where the manipulative behavior is done consciously, implying a deliberate intent to harm or exploit the victim.

The state of being subject to the influence or control of a manipulator.

Any behavior that creates a sense of obligation or indebtedness in the victim, often used as a manipulative tactic to gain control.

A tactic used to encourage someone to do something that they may not want to do by reminding them of past commitments or promises.

The power or ability to influence someone's thoughts, feelings, or behavior.

The inherent human tendency to want to return favors or help those who have helped us, often used as a manipulative tool.

A manipulative tactic based on the desire to maintain consistency in behavior and commitments, making it more likely that the victim will follow through with requests.

A manipulative tactic that appeals to the victim's fear of being unpopular or ostracized, making them more likely to comply with requests to maintain social acceptance.

A manipulative tactic based on scarcity or limited availability, creating a sense of urgency or fear of missing out, making the victim more susceptible to persuasion.

A manipulative tactic that uses authority figures or recognized experts to make the victim more likely to believe or comply with a request, even if it's not in their best interests.

A manipulative tactic that plays on the victim's emotions, such as fear, greed, or desire, making them more vulnerable to persuasion.