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They thrive in highpressure situations from "summary" of The Wisdom of Psychopaths by Kevin Dutton
The ability to remain cool, calm, and collected in high-pressure situations is a hallmark trait of psychopaths. While most people may feel the weight of stress bearing down on them, psychopaths seem to thrive in such environments. This is because their brains are wired differently than the average person's. The lack of emotion and empathy allows them to make decisions based purely on logic and reason, without being clouded by feelings of fear or anxiety. In moments of crisis, psychopaths are able to rise to the occasion with a sense of clarity and focus that is unmatched by others. They do not get bogged down by the weight of the situation, but rather see it as an opportunity to showcase their strengths. This can be a highly valuable trait in professions that require quick thinking and decisive action, such as e...
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