Is it possible to be a sociopath and be able to hide it?

Question

i have no real empathy for others, like i can't feel it. The only non-sociopathic traits i have are:

-high anxiety

-no desire for thrill

However, i don't feel things i should in situations concerning other people.

My actions in life haven't been exemplary up to now- the only thing that stops me from being a criminal is anxiety. i have a history of depression.

However, i find that this lack of empathy is visible to others, like they can sense it....this further enhances the isolation and dehumanization.

As someone who wants to get along with others (and possibly even be liked), is it possible to hide this? Can anyone relate?

Answer 1

I am a fully realized sociopath, and I care very much what other's think. See, I am lazy, and if others notice it, I won't be able to milk off their emotions so easily, now will I? I don't care about their feelings or comfort level, of course, but their perceptions? Heck yeah. When you know others' perceptions, you're on the path to manipulating those perceptions. That means if you're smart about it, you can talk anyone into anything. Power, baby.