Do you care?

"Its a simple question, really. It does not require a detailed answer. Know the context and reply with a value. A transaction of this type can be the beginning of a productive conversation."

"And reciprocation makes sense too. It would be nice to know that all parties to a conversation are interested in it being productive. Otherwise, what would be the point?"

Engagement as Deception Machine antidote. Those with a vested interest in perpetuating deception know that rapport amongst the deceived threatens the methodology.

Our old friend imagination comes into play. When perpetrators, not having enough detail about the interaction of the deception subjects, the mind plays tricks. Further, they often assume the deceived will deceive too, in response. Not all do.

"What if it was secretly orchestrated by two leaders acutely aware of manipulators at their respective homes?"

"I see what you mean.  How would we test that?"

© 2011 Buzz Hill