Yep, I’m an educational fan. The less I understand something, the more I’m drawn to find out more about it. Things like true crime are fascinating because I can’t fathom the minds of the perpetrators. I want to know what drives them and makes them tick.

I’ve had experiences with psychopaths and narcissists numerous times in my life, mostly before I started to explore this genre. I’ve been victimized and used, and when I learned about the the dark triad, it was highly empowering. I could finally make sense of the people I’ve been around and the events I’ve been through.

I became more savvy and aware. I also got to start healing from what I’d been through. I came to understand more about the dynamics between victim and perpetrator, as well as what red flags to look out for to minimize chances of being in that situation again.

Although there is an inherent insensitivity in the concept of “true crime” being a form of entertainment, there’s no denying the educational value that many people derive from it. I can’t be the only victim who’s found empowerment from acquiring a better understanding of the criminal mind.