Believe Your Enemies, Not Friends

A Complete Introduction to Dark Psychology, Lies, Truth, Manipulation, NLP, and Loyalty

De: Kennard Ruiz

Narrado por: Solmendra Audio

Learn the truth about people before it hurts you: protect yourself from manipulators, liars, and hidden agendas.

Tired of trusting the wrong people and paying the price?

Do you sense someone’s lies, but can’t prove it or explain why?

Do you want the clarity, confidence, and psychological strength to finally see people for who they truly are?

Most people aren't destroyed by enemies, but by the friends they trusted. If you've ever ignored your intuition, fallen for someone's charm, or given loyalty to the wrong person, you know how devastating misplaced trust can be. You replay conversations, blame yourself, and wonder how you missed the signs. This book starts where you are confused and betrayed and shows you how to reclaim control over your perception, loyalty, and life.

Believe Your Enemies, Not Friends pulls back the curtain on human psychology, exposing the truth defaults, cognitive blind spots, and manipulation tactics that predators rely on. Then, it gives you the tools to identify them, neutralize them, and build a loyalty system that actually protects you.

Still think you can “just be nicer” and avoid problems? That’s exactly what manipulators count on. You don’t need to become cynical—you just need to become sharp. Once you understand how people really operate, you stop giving trust blindly and start giving it wisely.

Take the first step toward psychological clarity, emotional safety, and unshakeable self-trust.

©2025 Kennard Ruiz (P)2025 Kennard Ruiz

Knowledge With a Sharp Edge

Chapters dissecting lies and strategic behavior are well-structured and clear. The author offers insight into psychological leverage that most people miss. The downside is the framing that positions relationships as battles of dominance. While awareness increases, warmth can be lost. The material is powerful when used for protection, less so when applied universally.

Uncomfortable but Revealing

loyalty manipulation and hidden agendas are uncomfortable yet revealing. The author doesn’t shy away from exposing psychological tactics people use consciously or unconsciously. The downside is that empathy and context are sometimes missing, making interactions feel transactional. While the insights increase awareness, they may reduce emotional openness. Best for readers who want to understand power structures, not those seeking relational harmony.

Control, Truth, and Distrust

I appreciated chapters that explain how influence operates subtly through words and emotional pressure. The author clearly outlines tactics used in persuasion and control. However, some sections seem to assume bad intent too often, which can distort interpretation. The strength lies in teaching readers to pause and analyze behavior. The weakness lies in the lack of emphasis on trust-building or positive influence. Still, it sharpens critical thinking around social dynamics.

Seeing Power Games Clearly

I found the chapters on influence and persuasion compelling, especially where NLP concepts are connected to everyday interactions. The author explains dark psychology in an engaging way that keeps attention. However, some sections blur the line between self-protection and manipulation, which may confuse intent. The material on loyalty tests is thought-provoking but can feel extreme. On the positive side, it trains readers to question surface-level behavior. On the negative side, it lacks balance between awareness and paranoia. Still, it offers insight into power dynamics most people overlook.

deception patterns and loyalty tests thought-provo

explains complex psychological ideas in accessible language. Some arguments lean toward extreme caution, which may not fit every situation. Still, it trains readers to question intentions rather than accept them blindly. Strong on awareness, weaker on balance, but undeniably engaging.