Confessions of a Sociopath

A Life Spent Hiding in Plain Sight

De: M. E. Thomas

Narrado por: Bernadette Sullivan

As M. E. Thomas says of her fellow sociopaths, we are your neighbors, co-workers, and quite possibly the people closest to you: lovers, family, friends. Our risk-seeking behavior and general fearlessness are 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, non-criminal sociopaths and we comprise 4% of the American population (that's 1 in 25 people!).

Confessions of a Sociopath takes listeners on a journey into the mind of a sociopath, revealing what makes the tick and what that means for the rest of humanity. Written from the point of view of a diagnosed sociopath, it unveils these men and women who are "hiding in plain sight" for the very first time.

Confessions of a Sociopath is part confessional memoir, part primer for the wary. Drawn from Thomas' own experiences; her popular blog, Sociopathworld.com; and current and historical scientific literature, it reveals just how different - and yet often very similar - sociopaths are from the rest of the world. The book confirms suspicions and debunks myths about sociopathy and is both 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, be it a boss, sibling, parent, spouse, child, neighbor, colleague or friend.

As Thomas argues, while sociopaths aren't like everyone else, and it's true some of them are incredibly dangerous, they are not inherently evil. In fact, they're potentially more productive and useful to society than neurotypicals or "empaths", as they fondly like to call "normal" people. Confessions of a Sociopath demystifyies sociopathic behavior and provides listeners with greater insight on how to respond or react to protect themselves, live among sociopaths without becoming victims, and even beat sociopaths at their own game, through a bit of empathetic cunning and manipulation.

©2013 M. E. Thomas (P)2013 Random House Audio

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What did you like best about Confessions of a Sociopath? What did you like least?

I Loved the contradictions and internal disconnect -- I've rarely seen the concept of a person without empathy more clearly acted out. For someone to express that they are broken, abused and stunted while at the same time crowing that they are the apex and possibly an improved part of the human condition -- yes, that's these people at their most two dimensional. What I liked least was the lingering feeling of pity. The mood brought on by reading hung on after like a bad smell.

Were the concepts of this book easy to follow, or were they too technical?

The concepts were overexplained and the book could have gotten in and out in a much shorter time.

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fascinating

loved it. positive insights that will help u understand many more people and yourself better

Brilliant

Truly captivating, very well written by the author & marvelously read by the narrator. Thank You

Nothing like it.

Besides for a few minor contradictions, I thought that her insight was very valuable. It is refreshing to finally hear a new perspective on sociopaths.

Great story and great writing

Really enjoyed the perspective of the author about her experiences with sociopathy and how that affects her life

Excellent book

Very engaging material , hypnotically read.
Strongly recommend as adjunct to 'sociopath next door' and 'psychopath free'

Haven't enjoyed an audiobook this much in a while!

Where does Confessions of a Sociopath rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

It's one of the best I've read so far. I don't understand what people are talking about when they say that it's "poorly-written". Even if it were, and I'm just not seeing it, the points still come across well. I also related to the author more than I thought I would, which was a bit of a shock. I'm probably not a sociopath, but I do think I have some sociopathic tendencies that are overshadowed by my seemingly-benevolent behavior.

What other book might you compare Confessions of a Sociopath to and why?

I have nothing to compare it to.

What about Bernadette Sullivan’s performance did you like?

I bit monotone in some areas, but very appropriate. I'd rather her straight-forward performance than something cheesy or over-the-top.

IMPERATIVE! A Must-Read for those dealing w humans

So, you believe you're human? Then, try to identify with US all. Thank you! -Alyssa

intriguing read

intriguing insight into the mind of your everyday functioning sociopath that keeps you turning the page asking for more.