EXCERPTS FROM"PEOPLE OF THE LIE"
by M. Scott Peck MD
Page 69: "The central defect of 'the evil' is not the sin but the refusal to acknowledge it. More often than not these people will be looked at as solid citizens. How can that be? How can they be evil and not designated as criminals? The key word is "designated". They are criminals in that they commit "crimes" against life and liveliness. But except in rare instances- such as in the case of Hitler when they might achieve extraordinary degrees of political power that remove them from ordinary restraints, their "crimes are so subtle and covert that they cannot clearly be designated as crimes. The theme of hiding and covertness will occur again and again throughout the rest of this book. It is the basis for the title "People of the Lie"."
Page 129 "Evil people would be distinguished by these traits:
a) Consistent destructive, scapegoating behavior, which may often be quite subtle
b) Excessive, albeit usually covert, intolerance to criticism and other forms of narcissistic injury
c) Pronounced concern with a public image and self-image of respectability, contributing to a stability of lifestyle but also to pretentiousness and denial of hateful feelings or vengeful motives.
d) intellectual deviousness, with an increased likelihood of a mild schizophrenic like disturbance of thinking at times of stress."
d) intellectual deviousness, with an increased likelihood of a mild schizophrenic like disturbance of thinking at times of stress."
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As emersontwain, on the Vine, 
I have been able to travel places that would be beyond my reach and possibly beyond my physical or emotional courage in my every day world. Sometimes it feels like I am like Dante, getting the tour of Hell....
" Don't share the kindness, wealth, Share the Misery and Self hatred and fear."
The mirror stuff in any lie. If I accuse you, this is what I am doing, being, trying to get away with etc. I have noticed that if you allow a liar to talk long enough, and listen well, they will tell you the truth but it will be inverted.
Haters fear everyone is out to get them, plan ways to destroy 'those terds' Do they kill others and then with no one else to left to blame, kill themselves? Or do they think their life now has meaning because they made extra points by taking other's with them? Is it really about hate, evil self - centeredness, hate of oneself being attached to another because one is unwilling to fix themselves?
First comes; 'I am and you Aren't.' Envy, hate, lust,greed...the desire to hurt someone. Then, comes the rational. Tim McVey was no philosopher, nor Oswald, nor Bin Laden, et al.. What does politics, religion, ideology have to do with any of it? I think it is just a smoke screen of someone trying to justify their own misery and self-hatred. A way fo avoiding their own responsibility.
Might as well argue with the guy on the TV screen as try to communicate with someone who's only agenda is their own survival. Like trying to save someone who is drowning and getting pulled down and drowning with them.
W. Scott Peck,MD :People of the Lie.
A book worth reading to help us understand that sick pressure in our gut and confusion when dealing with some people. It is a survival instinct we have learned to ignore in the interest of civility. No need to use a club to defend oneself from evil, just get away and stay away. And remember, they can only harm you if you 'invite them in'. Like Vampires, and Devils.
I do not believe the talking heads on TV or the self aggrandizing authors who contribute their warped opinions as fact on the Blogs , who provide the talking points and excuses for the haters, are not aware of what they are doing. They are motivated by the same ugliness as the people they inspire to do harm and violence to the 'others'. They like their power based on pride, envy and greed. They are the puppet-masters. They revel in their influence and laugh at the saps that make them rich and/or feed their ever hungry ego.
I wish we could take up a collection and find some lovely island for each and all them to go to be 'safe' from all the others. Where they could only associate with their own 'kind'. Not just the usual trip wire camp, or compound, but a lovely tropical island where all their wants would be met. Now that way, justice might be served.
Other Books by M.Scott Peck MD
A Road Less Traveled, Glimpses of the Devil, A World Waiting to Be Born......
A Road Less Traveled, Glimpses of the Devil, A World Waiting to Be Born......
Years ago, when I used to read books on spirituality - I read about "psychich vampires" meaning: people who zap your energy-using mental terrorism tactics-like you describe above. Also, people who are aware of their ability to do this; can do it with thought-creation!! Have you ever walked into a room; and feel vibes from different people? we are in essence energy-sources; and if we can give energy; then it can also be taken...
ReplyDeleteYes, Donna. In, The People of the Lie, MScottPeck talks about that feeling of confusion and slight panic and a pressure in the gut. He says that is a basic feral insticts that all humans have but have been tought to ignore. Since reading the book, it has saved me more than once from allowing someone you describe into my life. Never too old to learn. It is a great read. Not technical, just a comp. of some case studies, and very cogent. A Road Less Traveled is the logical first read. Then the Lie and then A world waiting to be born. Wish I had read them in that order. The author is a clinical pschiatrist with a divinity degree. Let me know if you read them and tell me what you think. They are all in the Public Library as they are not very new. Or you can go the the link to Amazon and get a really cheap used copy.
ReplyDeleteIt should be a segement of our learned upbringing; making kids aware of people, and the deceptions they can manipulate at will... so many people walk around with low self-esteem; much because of psychic vampires who zap their energy-and the victims are not fully aware of it; only that they feel "drained." I've gotten into some good debates over the years about psychic vampirism(bullies is one form) and that if we could send positive energy; we can also send negative energy; and same with receiving either positive or negative energy - we are simply vessels of energy.. all interesting stuff!! : )
ReplyDeleteDonna, have you sent any of your old friends the link to your posts in the Haven. I know they are all concerned for you. How is your health?
ReplyDeleteHey ET, I hope you are well. Congrats on your blog! Enjoyed this article on what sounds like an interesting book. Un abrazo, Carloz
ReplyDeleteTY, Emerson/Beck/Twain.....good of you to share this new stuff...I read Peck's 'Road' as many have, and I'll be looking to check out 'the lie' next time I'm in the library... Sounds like it's something I'm in need of too..
ReplyDeleteThanks, for being there...