Navigating Dysfunction: Comparing Families and Political Cultures
When discussing the dynamics of a dysfunctional family, it is crucial to emphasize the unique and individual nature of each family's issues. For instance, one cannot relate to another dysfunctional family in the exact same way, despite the shared dysfunction. This is exemplified by the cases of both a real, dysfunctional family like that of Donald Trump and a political one like that of the Democratic party.
Comparing Dysfunctional Families
While growing up in a dysfunctional family can leave lasting emotional scars and lead to a lifetime of challenges, each dysfunctional family is unique. Mary Lea Trump, an American psychologist and author, outlines the Trump family's psychological disorders in her book, "Too Much and Never Enough." This highlights how each dysfunctional family has its own specific issues that carry into adulthood.
Understanding and Relating to Dysfunctional Families
I myself come from a dysfunctional family, but our dysfunction is different from the Trump family or other political families such as Pelosi, AOC, Biden, Obama, Clinton, and Bush. The only way you can truly relate to a dysfunctional family is by agreeing that you share the same type of dysfunctionality, although the path to this dysfunction may differ.
The Politics of Dysfunction
The democratic party often employs methods that can be likened to those found in abusive and narcissistic families. These methods include half-truths, lies, and the manipulation of information and thought. Techniques such as gaslighting, censorship, and the promotion of obedience and passivity are all present within the party's modus operandi.
Techniques in Political Cults
Like any other cult, the Democratic party uses three primary levels of control and abuse. The first is a form of mind control, where you are policing yourself through thought-stopping. By labeling those who think differently as evil or bigots, you can invalidate them and prevent them from being heard. The second level involves peer pressure, where by shunning individuals, you can control and ultimately silence them. The third level is the threat or use of physical violence, as seen in the case of journalist Julian Assange.
The Fear of the Future
Living through years of abuse and firsthand experience with communism, those of us who have witnessed and survived these conditions are deeply concerned about the future of not just the US, but the West in general. The neo-Marxist Democrats' behavior is not lost on those who have lived through similar experiences and escaped to the West for freedom. In contrast, individuals who have not experienced these firsthand may not fully understand the gravity of the situation, leaving them more vulnerable to the current political climate.
As we navigate these complex dynamics, it is essential to recognize the unique challenges faced by each family and political group. Understanding and empathizing with the issues at hand can help us address and mitigate the harm caused by dysfunctional systems and behaviors.