Are Jehovah's Witnesses Sociopathic Liars ?

by Finkelstein 8 Replies latest watchtower beliefs

  • Finkelstein
    Finkelstein

    The Sociopathic Liar – Beware of this Dangerous Sociopath


    The one behavior that characterizes the human race is so widespread that most of the time we don’t even notice it. It is extremely hard to spot and it is even harder to stop. It is lying.

    Most people have lied in their life. Whether it was to protect feelings, avoid trouble, impress, or to simply get what they want, not many people can say they have never told a lie.

    However, there is one extreme type of liar that you should beware of; the sociopathic liar.

    On first impressions, you may find you actually like or are drawn to the sociopath. It’s not surprising as more often than not they are indeed charming and likable. Watch out, these type of liars can cause untold damage and mayhem once they lead you into their web of lies and deceit.

    Sociopaths lie the most because they are incapable of feelings and do not want to understand the impact of their lies. They may even get a thrill out of lying at your expense. Once they tell an initial lie they go on to tell many more lies in an attempt to cover up the lies they started, or just for the “fun” of it.

    A sociopath rarely reveals his or her feelings or emotions. You won’t often hear them laugh, cry, or get angry. These kinds of liars tend to live in their own little world and always find ways to justify their dishonest deeds. They do not respect others and place their own needs first and foremost.

    If someone questions the sociopath’s lies they can be incredibly devious in the way they cover things up. This can include placing the blame at someone else’s door or by inventing complex stories to cover up their untruths. ( Well we are just imperfect men or this is Satan's wicked system of things )

    Sociopaths can be so good at lying that they are able to pass lie detector tests. This means they often escape jail or don’t even get prosecuted for the crimes they permit. (That’s not to say all sociopathic liars are criminals, of course).

    It is believed by some experts that sociopathic lying is connected to the mental illnesses Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) and Antisocial Personality Disorder (APD).

    If you come across someone who you think is a sociopathic liar, beware!

  • Heaven
    Heaven
    Would their term/modus operandi 'Theocratic Warfare' fall under this category?
  • rebelfighter
    rebelfighter
    Thank you Finkelstein, you have just described my Mother, my sister and my estranged husband none of which were Witnesses and then the "Elder ". Now do you have a description for those of us who seem to attract those liars.
  • John Aquila
    John Aquila

    On first impressions, you may find you actually like or are drawn to the sociopath. It’s not surprising as more often than not they are indeed charming and likable. Watch out, these type of liars can cause untold damage and mayhem once they lead you into their web of lies and deceit.

    You just described every Circuit Overseer I've met.

  • StrongHaiku
    StrongHaiku
    You've just described the God of the Old Testament as well...
  • sir82
    sir82

    That's a pretty broad brush to paint 8 million people with.

    Of course, some JWs do exhibit such personalities.

    And it may well be that JWs attract a relatively high proportion of such people. It kind of sounds reasonable, but I'd have to see some sort of documentation to fully accept that.

    Further, it sounds reasonable that the guys who rise to the top, the GB, are such people. Sociopaths often rise high in organizations, and in a system without checks & balances (such as the WTS) it would be even easier.

  • nonjwspouse
    nonjwspouse
    I believe the structure/nature of this organization nurtures/encourages this type of personality trait/disorder. Maybe it can even create it. But I don't believe that all are such.
  • Finkelstein
    Finkelstein

    Could one not define the entire JW organization of one that is sociopathic in that this organization was founded on lies and untruthful information, unrestrainedly willing to create numerous lies to gain devoted adherents ?

    The profound narcissistic arrogance of JWs is another issue, that creates a dark and disturbing character and personality of JWS in general. Through into the mix an element of pretentious charm and you have a person that is certainly not my cup of tea.

  • Oubliette
    Oubliette

    Great thread Fink!

    Although I agree that you have to differentiate between individual JWs and the group, there is no doubt that the JW culture shows mentally unhealthy pathologies.

    You inspired me to start a parallel thread. Check it out:

    Are the Governing Body Members Mentally Ill?

    I look forward to your comments!

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