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Dear Dr. John Episode 5 (Could Lori be both a psychopath & victim?)

🕑 Added 2021-07-01 06:22:51 +0000 UTC

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Lynette Butler

Dr John I had heard that most human being want both of what you describe: both to belong and to distinguish ourselves (merge/emerge) which may be why cults and even religions may appeal to people. They provide both And perhaps this can be done in a healthy way when speaking of religion. Is it when this becomes unbalanced that this is a problem?

RobynB

That’s why this is all so fascinating, for me it’s important we hear from a forensic phycologist perspective, so we can better understand the human psyche. I think you just never know… look at some likeJeffrey Daumier he comes off all meek and harmless. How many times have we seen interviews of the neighbor of killers who says “he seemed like a nice guy…kind of quiet, etc”.

CC

Great episode: someone else mentioned they used to feel chad was victim to a black widow. I can't disagree with that. It made me curious, he's soft spoken, to us he didn't seem like a leader/master manipulator from a glance he blended right in with dork dad vibes. Is this an effort on his part to manipulate? OR is this our own biases and ignorance that dominance is loud, charismatic, and attractive?

RobynB

Dr John, you’ve really opened my mind to a different way of thinking. At first, I thought Chad was this meek follower of black widow Lori. Now I’m seeing Chad as you said “ the driver of the bus”. I know you’ve mentioned his profession playing a role, his midlife stuff, his wanting to be relevant, etc. I sense there is a much darker core...Could you talk a little bit more next time about Chad’s pathologies?

Janet1Pirate

I really enjoyed this. It has given me much food for thought.

Sandra K.

Great Q&A, Dr. John! Would be interesting to know what you think... how much is conscious manipulation of one another and how much is inherent/instinctive to their personalities? PS the comments around the use of evil label is thought provoking. Thanks for challenging me to think!

CuriousCat

Wow…Dr. John just clarified the Lori/Chad gas/fire comparison. The immersion and emergent discussion really helped me understand this on a deeper level. One of those light bulb moments that rang true IMO. Again, sending my appreciation to you both.🤔❤️

Katie Marlowe

I love how Dr. John uses Dexter to help illustrate psychopathy. My sister and I are super-fans, too. I’m SO looking forward to hearing more about Israel Keys. The notion that there are actually human beings out there like him terrifies me. A deeper understanding of what makes someone like him tick might calm those fears. ...Maybe. Thanks again to you both. Go get some rest.

Jodi Van Zaig

Yeah, if you don't take care of yourself dinner will take longer. No one wants that. We starve for your juicy meals. 🙃

Lauren and John Matthias

How did you know? I am SO TIRED! When it rains, it POURS. I need a shower, and a clean house. We both need some clean clothes. Thank you Jodi. I'll try to go get some sleep right now, and take some time to regroup before getting these interviews out.