Why Psychopaths Are So Exciting

In fact, an early relationship with a psychopath will seem as if it's too good to be true. That's because it is. During this "honeymoon period," a disordered personality may idealize you. Eventually, you'll stumble from this pedestal, since psychopaths burn through relationships almost as fast a forest fire. Due to the fact they have standards that are impossible to meet, eventually, you'll do something "wrong," at least in their eyes.

But, before that happens, expect a whirlwind of fun. If you involved romantically with a psychopath, you'll see only the benign side of this individual. Mr. Hyde emerges a little later.

But until Mr. Hyde rears his ugly head, a psychopath will be a blast. You'll be delighted by his or her witty remarks. If you don't enjoy gossip, a psychopath, whom mirrors your every mood, will try to keep his or her tongue in check. Now and then, though, a little morsel will slip out, but not enough to make you think you're in the company of a malicious person.

If you indulge in gossip, expect to hear riveting details about people you know, presented in the most witty and sarcastic manner. A psychopath seems privy to all sorts of information, which makes for some very interesting conversation. (However, rest assured, when you're out of earshot, he or she is entertaining others with tales of your own shortcomings, real or perceived.)

Psychopaths are also very sarcastic. But it's only "funny" as long as their sharp tongues are directed at others. Eventually, if this isn't happening already, you'll also become an object of their scorn.

Another reason psychopaths appear to be so much fun is that they are not bound by normal constraints. They dare to go where everyone else is afraid to treat. At first, until their act wears thin, this can be exhilarating.

It's exciting spending time with this bold, adventurous person. They always have a plan, and you're part of it, until they turn on you. They will draw you into this plan, and wait until you are as excited about it as they are. Then, they'll abruptly cut you loose. But what about that plan, which you poured your heart and soul into? Don't be too surprised if they recruit someone else, to take over where you left off.

Normal people carefully weigh whether they'd be hurting someone's feelings if they behaved this way. However, psychopaths are not "inhibited" by such concerns.

Socialized psychopaths, the kind whom are not in jail, but mingle in with the rest of us, will eventually devalue and discard you. They make this process highly unpleasant.

Even before you realize the relationship has headed south, they attempt to pull the proverbial rug out from under your feet. A male con artist may drain your bank account, as well as break your heart.

A female conniver and deceiver often, but not always, works in more subtle ways. She could possibly ingratiate herself into your extended family or your social network. She does this with the intent of marginalizing and isolating you. Because she is so charming, and she lies so effortlessly, people you love will be forced to choose between you or her.

Perhaps because you're so beaten down by her devious emotional abuse, you're no longer as fun as you used to be. Most people will then gravitate toward this seemingly free and uninhibited being who makes them laugh, not realizing they could be her next victim.