The memoir of a high-functioning, law-abiding (well, mostly) sociopath and a roadmap—right from the source—for dealing with the sociopath in your life.As M.E. Thomas says of her fellow sociopaths, “We are your neighbors, your coworkers, and quite possibly the people closest to you: lovers, family, friends. Our risk-seeking behavior and general fearlessness are thrilling, our glibness and … thrilling, our glibness and charm alluring. Our often quick wit and outside-the-box thinking make us appear intelligent—even brilliant. We climb the corporate ladder faster than the rest, and appear to have limitless self-confidence. Who are we? We are highly successful, noncriminal sociopaths and we comprise 4 percent of the American population.”
Confessions of a Sociopath—part confessional memoir, part primer for the curious—takes readers on a journey into the mind of a sociopath, revealing what makes them tick while debunking myths about sociopathy and offering a road map for dealing with the sociopaths in your life. M. E. Thomas draws from her own experiences as a diagnosed sociopath; her popular blog, Sociopathworld; and scientific literature to unveil for the very first time these men and women who are “hiding in plain sight.”
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Self centered self serving piece of garbage probably filled with many lies. I could not finish the book which seems at once to be an homage to bad behavior, and the excuses the author uses to excuse her boorishness..
It was interesting at the beginning then got bogged down and became tedious.
One of the most eye opening non-fiction books I have ever read. Not what I expected but better. I have often wondered how some people can do the things they do, now I know more completely they are probably sociopaths.
A very genuine look at how the sociopathic mind is hardwired differently – really fascinating
Overall: Obsessed
This book is rather unlike any memoir I have ever read, and I loved it! If you find psychology to be a fascinating subject, then this might be a wonderful read for you. This is not a tale of a Ted Bundy wanna-be, quite the contrary. M. E. Thomas wants to be understood for the person she is rather than the criminal or violent menace people assume her to be. You might not be able to relate to her on every front, but that’s not her goal. Relating to her a any front whatsoever would a success in her book.
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Sociopaths really don’t care. Life as they know it revolves around them. Those of you who fall to the smooth talking of a sociopath…please trust your gut and educate yourself
I liked the fact that this was written in first person. It made the whole premise of socialpathy more real to me.
Slow
I did not finish this book as it quickly became a tedious recounting of the same information. I think what I was hoping to read and what the author is capable of or interested in offering are not the same thing.
A. Important look through the eyes and mind of a sociopath. While reading this book, I was constantly asking myself who might be a sociopath among my friends, family, coworkers and acquaintances. I really appreciated the author’s effort to introduce us to various aspects of the sociopath ‘s inner life.
The author presented a positive spin on the mental health diagnosis sociopath. She challenges the reader to understand the different way that sociopaths view and interact with the world. At times it seemed a little repetitious but i think the author really wanted to make sure she got her point across. I always want to see the goodness in people so i found this to be quite an interesting read.
Scary to read how a sociopath thinks
did not enjoy
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It wasn’t a very good book, as books go, but it provided an interesting look into an alien mindscape.
Having been in the field, found it spot on. Some parts reflected a naive element. Overall, well done
The author says she is a sociopath, someone who doesn’t have a conscience and can and will do anything to meet her own needs. Yet we are supposed to believe that she is telling the truth about her growing up experiences? I think some, maybe a lot of what she says must be taken with a grain of salt.
I learned so much from this book. Highly recommended.
Ms. Thomas is to be commended for taking the time to educate the rest of us as to the day-to-day life of someone both self-diagnosed and clinically-diagnosed as a sociopath. What she did was incredibly brave even if she didn’t recognize the degree of risk involved in speaking so freely about herself and her life.
A great read for those who attempt to understand others and appreciate the variations of life and temperament.
For all who suspect themselves of sociopathic tendencies. This book can answer the questions for you. You might be surprised at your own personality.