The Evil Father-in-Law!

How people show psychopathy!

Dr. Seema Patel (PhD)
ILLUMINATION

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“A psychopath doesn’t change. They can mimic normal behavior, but underneath, they remain dangerous.” — Unknown

People will say and do anything to suit their motivations. It’s not necessarily right or safe for you.

We humans are basically electro-biochemical entities navigating this world with insecurities and motivations, trying to rise in socioeconomic hierarchy and leave some legacy.

It’s the truth!

Want real-world evidence?

I will give an example of my father-in-law (FIL), with whom I am not on good terms. I admire my mother-in-law (MIL) though.

This man has two sons and has no land.

What is his insecurity? Well, daughters and land. So, now all his motivations focus on these two things.

His younger brother, who is not smart enough to raise a family, got three daughters.

The FIL saw an opportunity.

He manipulated and gaslighted his brother.

“How will you get your daughters married when you can’t earn enough? They will either remain unmarried or be married to families where they will suffer. Who will take care of you in old age, and who will host your daughters, since you…

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Dr. Seema Patel (PhD)
ILLUMINATION

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