‘Evil is also that which destroys spirit.’

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The psychology of evil is distinguished by –

Consistent destructive, scapegoating behaviour, which may often be quite subtle.

Excessive, albeit usually covert, intolerance to criticism and other forms of narcissistic injury.

Pronounced concern with public image and a self image of respectability, contributing to a stability of life-style but also pretentiousness and the denial of hateful feelings or vengeful motives.

Intellectual deviousness, with increased likelihood of a mild schizophrenic disturbance of thinking at times of stress.

People of the Lie, M Scott-Peck

To which may also be added – Habitual cognitive dissonance and a tendency to speak, or write, in ‘word salad’.

‘Fort of Foreign Powers?’

The State has repeatedly proven itself a poor ‘parent’.

To be continued…