The Psychology of MAGA

[LordBrownTrout]

OP keeps us laughing. Hopefully, he keeps sigmund freud to himself as a hobby.

 

[eagle1462010]

 

[petro]

OP keeps us laughing. Hopefully, he keeps sigmund freud to himself as a hobby.

The OP is nothing but sanctimonious drivel from the sites faux Independent.

 

[LordBrownTrout]

I believe the ops wrong analysis can be summed up by this greek lady.

 

[LordBrownTrout]

The OP is nothing but sanctimonious drivel from the sites faux Independent.

Yep, amazing the op never offers his pearls of wisdom to the left.

 

[DonGlock26]

If we were to identify ourselves as MAGA and non-MAGA (which includes Americans across the political spectrum), perhaps we can all agree on one thing:

MAGAs appear to get enjoyment -- real enjoyment -- out of seeing non-MAGAs in some kind of distress over MAGA's actions. They cheer on Trump's constant insults and trolling, JD Vance's attacks on our former European allies, reactions to news of the rapid dismantling of the government, the release of violent Capitol criminals. They celebrate it.

So I got to wondering what this is, from a psychological perspective, and I asked Chat GPT (which is pretty freaking amazing if you haven't tried it) "is there a psychological term for a person who enjoys being disliked?"

Here's what I got:

Yes, there are several psychological concepts that could explain why someone might want to be disliked:

1. Counterdependency – A defense mechanism where a person deliberately pushes others away or resists attachment, sometimes by behaving in a way that makes them disliked.
2. Masochistic Personality Traits – Some individuals may have a subconscious desire to create situations where they are rejected or disliked, deriving a sense of validation or control from negative treatment.
3. Rebellious or Oppositional Behavior (Oppositional Defiant Disorder - ODD) – Some people, especially in childhood or adolescence, may act in ways that provoke negative reactions as a way of asserting control or defiance.
4. Self-Sabotaging Behavior – Rooted in low self-esteem or deep-seated beliefs of unworthiness, some individuals may seek out disapproval as a way to confirm negative self-perceptions.
5. Inferiority Complex – A person with an inferiority complex may act in a way that provokes dislike as a means of reinforcing their own negative self-view.
6. Schadenfreude-Seeking (Reverse Narcissism) – Some people enjoy being disliked because it gives them a sense of power or uniqueness, as if they are above social norms or expectations.
7. Martyr Complex – A person with a martyr complex may subconsciously desire rejection or dislike to feel morally superior or to justify a belief that the world is against them.

'Trump is in charge!': MAGA activists push 'hyperpartisanship' and reject compromise

At a conservative conference in Phoenix this week, participants said they were ready to target opponents of Trump's agenda in Washington — including fellow Republicans.

www.nbcnews.com

Reactionaries hate the MAGA revolution against the Deep State and its elite masters.

 

[DonGlock26]

Yep, amazing the op never offers his pearls of wisdom to the left.

Closeted Marxist probably.

 

[berg80]

People like you hate us and are working to harm us. In and out of government. That I have in common with him.

And there you have the magic of trumpery.

 

[mudwhistle]

If we were to identify ourselves as MAGA and non-MAGA (which includes Americans across the political spectrum), perhaps we can all agree on one thing:

MAGAs appear to get enjoyment -- real enjoyment -- out of seeing non-MAGAs in some kind of distress over MAGA's actions. They cheer on Trump's constant insults and trolling, JD Vance's attacks on our former European allies, reactions to news of the rapid dismantling of the government, the release of violent Capitol criminals. They celebrate it.

So I got to wondering what this is, from a psychological perspective, and I asked Chat GPT (which is pretty freaking amazing if you haven't tried it) "is there a psychological term for a person who enjoys being disliked?"

Here's what I got:

Yes, there are several psychological concepts that could explain why someone might want to be disliked:

1. Counterdependency – A defense mechanism where a person deliberately pushes others away or resists attachment, sometimes by behaving in a way that makes them disliked.
2. Masochistic Personality Traits – Some individuals may have a subconscious desire to create situations where they are rejected or disliked, deriving a sense of validation or control from negative treatment.
3. Rebellious or Oppositional Behavior (Oppositional Defiant Disorder - ODD) – Some people, especially in childhood or adolescence, may act in ways that provoke negative reactions as a way of asserting control or defiance.
4. Self-Sabotaging Behavior – Rooted in low self-esteem or deep-seated beliefs of unworthiness, some individuals may seek out disapproval as a way to confirm negative self-perceptions.
5. Inferiority Complex – A person with an inferiority complex may act in a way that provokes dislike as a means of reinforcing their own negative self-view.
6. Schadenfreude-Seeking (Reverse Narcissism) – Some people enjoy being disliked because it gives them a sense of power or uniqueness, as if they are above social norms or expectations.
7. Martyr Complex – A person with a martyr complex may subconsciously desire rejection or dislike to feel morally superior or to justify a belief that the world is against them.

'Trump is in charge!': MAGA activists push 'hyperpartisanship' and reject compromise

At a conservative conference in Phoenix this week, participants said they were ready to target opponents of Trump's agenda in Washington — including fellow Republicans.

www.nbcnews.com

Yes.....the purpose of life is to be popular with all of the assholes you meet.

And if it means compromising your principles and forgetting the difference between right & wrong, so be it, correct?

 

[dblack]

Or you know... it could just be that some of us who like Trump really despise the government and the media.

The issue is the joy you all take in trolling.

COVID revealed just how sheepish a lot of humans really are and how despicable government and its lackeys are.

It did? How?

Some may call that antisocial, but I'd rather be rude and aware than polite and oblivious.

I call it childish. Real leadership persuades and inspires. Trumpsters just piss in the punch.

 

[OhPleaseJustQuit]

Rightwinger is ridiculing me for pointing out that lefties have been bullying maga for years.

He denies it happens. He challenged me to give an example.

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Note: rightwinger is paid to post here. It deserves ignoring.


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[mudwhistle]

If we were to identify ourselves as MAGA and non-MAGA (which includes Americans across the political spectrum), perhaps we can all agree on one thing:

MAGAs appear to get enjoyment -- real enjoyment -- out of seeing non-MAGAs in some kind of distress over MAGA's actions. They cheer on Trump's constant insults and trolling, JD Vance's attacks on our former European allies, reactions to news of the rapid dismantling of the government, the release of violent Capitol criminals. They celebrate it.

So I got to wondering what this is, from a psychological perspective, and I asked Chat GPT (which is pretty freaking amazing if you haven't tried it) "is there a psychological term for a person who enjoys being disliked?"

Here's what I got:

Yes, there are several psychological concepts that could explain why someone might want to be disliked:

1. Counterdependency – A defense mechanism where a person deliberately pushes others away or resists attachment, sometimes by behaving in a way that makes them disliked.
2. Masochistic Personality Traits – Some individuals may have a subconscious desire to create situations where they are rejected or disliked, deriving a sense of validation or control from negative treatment.
3. Rebellious or Oppositional Behavior (Oppositional Defiant Disorder - ODD) – Some people, especially in childhood or adolescence, may act in ways that provoke negative reactions as a way of asserting control or defiance.
4. Self-Sabotaging Behavior – Rooted in low self-esteem or deep-seated beliefs of unworthiness, some individuals may seek out disapproval as a way to confirm negative self-perceptions.
5. Inferiority Complex – A person with an inferiority complex may act in a way that provokes dislike as a means of reinforcing their own negative self-view.
6. Schadenfreude-Seeking (Reverse Narcissism) – Some people enjoy being disliked because it gives them a sense of power or uniqueness, as if they are above social norms or expectations.
7. Martyr Complex – A person with a martyr complex may subconsciously desire rejection or dislike to feel morally superior or to justify a belief that the world is against them.

'Trump is in charge!': MAGA activists push 'hyperpartisanship' and reject compromise

At a conservative conference in Phoenix this week, participants said they were ready to target opponents of Trump's agenda in Washington — including fellow Republicans.

www.nbcnews.com

 

[DonGlock26]

How does changing the name of the Gulf of Mexico make America great?

Because Mexico is a narco-state and deserves scorn until they change back to a legitimate state.

 

[Correll]

And there you have the magic of trumpery.

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You asked. I answered.

We have a common enemy. And we are working together against them.


So.... what part of that is confusing to you?

 

[DonGlock26]

Do you know what made America great to start with? We do. You have zero clue.

Tell us.

 

[LordBrownTrout]

I don't think you being rude and oblivious makes you antisocial. Any more than your fawning devotion to a malevolent narcissist makes you aware.
But the admission your beliefs are driven by hate is illuminating. Because it adds an element of irrationality to them. How else to explain your attitude towards the government, for all the mistakes made, stemming from genuine efforts to save people's lives.
BTW, it's worth noting that "the government" isn't an abstraction. It's largely made up of individual people like you and I trying to do their jobs.
Finally, it's really very odd that you've decided to put your trust in someone who doesn't give a shit about you but has convinced you there's a common bond between you. What do you actually have in common with a billionaire who's a convicted criminal, a serial sexual abuser of women, a cheat, and a liar?

Perhaps but if he were all talk we wouldn't be seeing the current actions in progress. A little more than the dems hollow meaningless words that you worship. Dems laugh and hold you with derision. NO THANKS.

 

[mudwhistle]

 

[fncceo]

MAGAs appear to get enjoyment -- real enjoyment -- out of seeing non-MAGAs in some kind of distress over MAGA's actions.

To be fair, it wouldn’t be nearly as much fun if you guys didn’t react in such a childish manner.

You can’t blame me for enjoying the show you work so hard to put on.

 

[LordBrownTrout]

Rightwinger is ridiculing me for pointing out that lefties have been bullying maga for years.

He denies it happens. He challenged me to give an example.

That is all they have. Its like monkeys throwing turds at the wall.

 

[DonGlock26]

Above is the type of statement that identifies a Troll Bot -- Bugger and Mucky One use exactly the same taught tactic.

They quietly insert the conclusion they want right at the beginning, explaining it as common sense , or as generally accepted etc etc


They then produce material that tenuously supports the pre-determined conclusion, BUT they never mention or consider any other opening assertions.

This technique is always made to look pleasant and reasonable .
It is precisely the opposite.

It is a cheat method allowing deflection and misinformation.

It forms the basis of FAKE NEWS which is the job of a TROLL BOT TO PRODUCE TIME AFTER TIME .

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