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I might not be a socio but definitely have ASPD traits. For me it's boredom. Or you will impulsed to do something, sometimes something risky. Its like a rush.

Whilst filling empty space is a romantic approach which you probably deducted by watching the new Sherlock, the real reason is the sweet sweet dopamine.

So it's really just the absence of that chemical release in the brain, and having the need to do something to feel that way again?

Is daydreaming ever sufficient? Or is it not truly stimulating unless it's actually doing something that gives a rush?

by CuriousEmpath

I guess I'll keep it simple with one main question for now.  Why does constant stimulation seem to be so important to a socio/psycho? Does it have to do with filling a space that other people like to fill with certain emotions?  Is it keeping the mind busy so certain thoughts stay out?  Or do I have the wrong idea completely? (I learned this from research and possible personal experience)

BTW sorry for any lack of proper procedure.  I usually don't post on forums.

Most sociopaths and psychopaths don't feel much emotion most of the time. We're usually running in neutral mode, which is why we're so bored so often. Physical stimulation kills that boredom and makes us feel less robotic and more alive, but it never lasts for very long.

It takes a lot more than most other people for us to feel excitement, so we usually have to do more potentially dangerous things to feel it. The higher the risk, the more likely we'll feel the stimulation we desire.

by CuriousEmpath

Is daydreaming ever sufficient? Or is it not truly stimulating unless it's actually doing something that gives a rush?

 Daydreaming and fantasy offers a very mild release to the almost constant boredom. At least, it does for me anyway. Though, my body is always craving for the real thing.

Thank you for the very informative responses.

What you said makes me wonder something else though. Without a strong emotional connection to other people, on what "level" is a sociopath usually willing to go out of their way for another person? Would the same sacrifices be made for a stranger as for someone close? Is the motivation for doing something nice for someone still just to see them happy?

Sort of on topic - If someone is a direct enabler of a sociopath's needs/desires, will there be an association made between that person and fulfillment of wishes? Maybe even an emotional connection as a result of it?

Really sorry for all the probing questions. I hope none of them are offensive. I just can't think of any place better than here to get the answers for everything I'm so curious about.

Are you in love with a alleged sociopath?

I think the simple answer is that they will do whatever it takes to get what they want until they no longer want it. He/she will be kind and generous. He/she will use you as long as they are getting what they want. When they no longer want or need you, any perceived connection will be severed. 

stop being so empathetic for a bit. 

Apologising on a psycho forum is like poking your tongue in a blender.

LOL well put.  No more apologies.

My actual reason for the questions is curiosity that's inspired by the actions of someone I used to know.  A lot of it is just trying to better understand a thought process and motivations that seem so fundamentally different from anything I've encountered before.

As for the whole thing about being discarded, does that mean permanently? Or just until this person can benefit from me again?