CIA Spy: How To STOP Narcissists & Protect Against Being CONTROLLED! -- Andrew Bustamante

The CIA teaches its operatives to be persuasive and influence others by asking two questions and then making one validating statement. The average American, however, is easily influenced and prone to misinformation. The speaker also addresses the psychology of the CIA and its focus on maximizing productivity by finding individuals with a specific psychological profile.

Control and influence

• 00:00:05 CIA teaches that one is either in control or under control. If one chooses not to take control, they are giving it to someone else. To be persuasive, one must understand that people care more about their own opinions than they do about yours.

CIA training

• 00:00:37 CIA uses a simple process to rapidly build trust and influence in other people. It involves asking two questions, then making a validating statement, and repeating this cycle. This subconsciously makes the other person think you are like them and creates a dopamine rush that makes them feel good being around you.

Becoming a CIA spy

• 00:07:54 There are three ways to become a CIA spy: be recruited, volunteer, or be guided into the intelligence world through an adjacent field. CIA recruits people who have a specific skill set and can quickly adapt to training. They are looking for individuals with the right mix of "messed up inness" and loyalty.

Moral flexibility

• 00:20:06 Moral flexibility is a term used by CIA to describe the ability to lie and deceive, even if it means causing harm to others. This is tested through multi-tiered psychological exams, including panel interviews and role plays. Narcissists often exhibit signs of moral flexibility, but the CIA is looking for individuals with a balance of moral flexibility and loyalty.

Average American

• 00:53:06 The average American is not well-informed, educated, or health conscious. They are easily swayed by misinformation and propaganda, making them vulnerable to manipulation by foreign actors. The average American is a key cog in the large machine of American society, but they are not the primary decision-makers.

US dominance

• 01:02:10 The US operates based on a concept called "American Primacy." This means that the US must remain the sole superpower, as any other country rising to our level would threaten our national security interests. This mindset is prevalent throughout the military, CIA, and FBI.

Election meddling

• 01:04:36 The intelligence community is actively working to combat foreign meddling in US elections. Russia, for example, wanted a Trump victory, as Trump has expressed a desire to end the war in Ukraine, which aligns with Putin's interests. Iran, on the other hand, favored a Harris victory, as Democratic presidents tend to be more lenient on sanctions and military action.

Good guy vs. bad guy

• 01:08:12 The notion of good guys versus bad guys is an oversimplification of the complex world we live in. Countries are not inherently good or bad, but rather their actions are based on their interests and priorities. The United States is a giant bully, and many of its allies are only friends with the bully out of pragmatic reasons.

Achilles heels

• 01:21:16 The US has two major Achilles heels: its conflict-oriented culture and its role as a global bully. The US glorifies conflict and debate, making it difficult for individuals to develop skills in collaboration and cooperation. The US is also a giant bully, and its allies are often motivated by pragmatic interests rather than genuine friendship.

The food complex

• 01:36:59 The US food complex is designed to make people sick and then sell them pills to make them better. The government actively suppresses research that contradicts its agenda. This is evident in the case of ultra-processed food, which has been linked to health problems.

Op think

• 02:08:58 Op think is a master course created by the speaker, teaching people how to think operationally. It covers topics such as asking questions, identifying lies, and understanding persuasion and influence. If one wants to learn a free tool, it's to talk less.