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The Dark Tetrad: How to Spot a PSYCHOPATH in Your Life
Think you can tell when someone is lying just by looking them in the eye? Think again. 👁️🚫 In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the Dark Tetrad—the toxic mix of psychopathy, Machiavellianism, narcissism, and sadism—by breaking down the viral Diary of a CEO interview with Dr. Leanne ten Brinke. If you've ever felt like you're dealing with a human snake in your office or your inner circle, you aren't just 'paranoid'—you're detecting patterns. We don't just summarize; we deconstruct the science of detecting deception. Discover why the classic 'avoiding eye contact' myth is actually helping liars get away with it, and learn the real biological red flags you’ve been missing. 🕵️‍♂️ What we’re covering: - The Myth-Buster: Why eye contact is a trap and what you should look for instead (hint: it's all about the Duchenne smile). - The Survival Guide: Stop trying to 'fix' toxic people. Learn the 'carrot vs. stick' method to set boundaries that actually work. - The Dark Tetrad Breakdown: How to identify manipulative traits before they derail your career or your mental health. Whether you're looking for validation after a rough break-up or trying to navigate a high-conflict workplace, this is your manual for self-protection. Ready to stop getting played? Hit that play button, subscribe, and drop a comment below: Have you ever spotted a 'fake smile' in the wild? Let’s talk about it! 👇  
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September 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM
"et al." = @sbkaufman, @leannetenbrinke, @ExistWell, Elizabeth Hyde, and Eli Tsykayama.

Also, fans of personality and/or psychometrics will probably be more interested in the rest of "Light and dark trait subtypes of human personality – A multi-study personcentered approach". 😊
November 8, 2024 at 7:33 AM
Pay attention to "Schdenfraude" in other people? Specifically those who do "Disrespectful, Demeaning or Condescending" thing to you, but pretend not to understand what they did?
Message me DARKNESS if this makes you pause. Some people don’t hurt others out of anger. They hurt because it feels rewarding. Everyday sadism predicts harm even without provocation. If someone seems ...
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March 11, 2026 at 9:19 PM