Re: virus: Re: Manipulation 101 Lesson 10

Martz (martz@martz.demon.co.uk)
Sun, 23 Feb 1997 16:58:02 +0000


On Sun, 23 Feb 1997, David Rosdeitcher <76473.3041@compuserve.com>
wrote:

>Manipulation 101 Lesson #10 Manipulation by Using Notions Of "Higher Authority".
...
> A great technique to manipulate people is by suggesting to them that there
>are higher powers than their own mind that can control their thoughts and
>everyone else's. Imply that you have access to those higher powers. This will
>induce in them a sense of fear and respect for you, as their latent tendencies
>to follow and obey external authority are exploited to your advantage. Here is
>an example:

Earlier in the same post;

>people on this list and everywhere else are infected
>with mind viruses because there are people who are manipulating others by
>purposely spreading such mind viruses.

Perfect. I must agree David. Live examples are best.

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