Confessions of a Sociopath

M. E. Thomas, a self-professed high-functioning sociopath who has not committed crimes, shares her intriguing story. Her charisma and success might sweep you off your feet; you may not even notice her keen analysis of your weaknesses or her lack of guilt and empathy. With a statistic suggesting one in twenty-five people is a sociopath, it's plausible that such an individual could be in your personal or professional circle—or even yourself. Thomas provides raw insights into her efforts to adapt to societal norms while secretly manipulating others. Citing contemporary studies, she explores the sociopathic traits of logic, decisiveness, and boldness, positing these as valuable qualities that can make someone an outstanding leader in fields such as business, politics, or medicine. As a lawyer herself, Thomas believes these attributes allow sociopaths to excel. Her work, "Confessions of a Sociopath," offers a compelling, unsettling, and sometimes humorous exploration of this mindset. The Boston Globe describes it as a "fascinating" blend of memoir and psychological analysis, though one should remain cautious about its reliability.