What's the most sadistic form of psychological torture you can think of?

Besides that, the turn-on-a-dime crazy is (shameful as it is to admit) very fun, even in non-threatening situations. This one works best if you're dealing with a relatively conservative or sheltered person-you can drop subtle hints to that kind of thing in passing conversation. Of course you can develop a nasty compulsive lying habit out of this, but it can be very helpful.

The best tactics are typically very thought-out variations on the two I've mentioned, but involve a lot more thought and the other person's (or people's) idiosyncrasies. But now we're getting into the incredibly fascinating land of outright manipulation of people, and that can turn kinda dark quickly.

One thing that helps all this immensely is your personal level of objective attractiveness. (Hint: obvious blonde bimbos are hardly ever idiots) If you are lucky enough to be good-looking/skinny by the average person's standards (regardless of gender), use it. If you aren't, then find a way to be that way, by changing your surroundings. Make yourself stand out. Get a very daring haircut (but not too daring. Make your body work for you, whether you're a size 0 or 17, or if you're a guy, wear a tight shirt to show off your forearms and abs. If you're a larger guy, augment yourself to look comfortable, like a teddy bear that could kick an ass or two if need be (but still show off those sexy arms). Regardless of gender or size, act fucking confident. Most people will believe you.

Smoking is an interesting affectation that does help send subtle hints about you to others. It says that you don't give a fuck about your life (badass), but yet you are tense and may just need a big hug sometimes (which we all do anyway). It also sends the message that you're orally fixated (which can be used to your advantage too). The downside is the cost and addictiveness.

It's wonderful to see someone else who is intrigued by this kind of thing. It can be very powerful, and that's likely why you're so interested. It's also a way of 'game-ifying' one's day-to-day life, and being who ever the hell you want to be.

All of this is an ethically grey area-and be careful with your own self I can't stress that enough. You can get lost, in serious trouble, or any number of things. Most people are easily manipulated idiots, but no one likes to have the proverbial wool pulled over their eyes, and many people get very upset. So:

1: always cover your tracks-avoid social media/keep it very closed off/vague.

2: never manipulate someone close to your family. Keep that shit on lock.

3: If you at any point begin to legitimately feel guilty, just tell the person everything. They may hate you, but maybe not. It's worth it to come clean in the long run (or, you can fake coming clean to someone as another manipulation tactic).

4: Have fun!

Hope that's helpful. PM me if you want to talk further, this is kind of weird to publicly discuss.

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