Giving over your strength to the cunning
Listening to all that they bare
May give hope and you find them stunning
But only selling you a wish and a prayer
They’re clever, empathic, and daring
Asking questions they already should know
They mask themselves as caring
And hoping you go with the flow
Their answers are non specific, specifically
That way they’re never trapped
Never gaining the knowledge scientifically
And working you until you are strapped
© 2011 Michael Yost
Michael's Lair 
Very good description! Made me think of sharks, how people
prey. Good job!
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Some are well meaning.. but most are just trying to get your money. I had a very close association with a psychic company once.
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ha! you must know my latest date :p lol
this sounds correct to me, they set a trap and stay far away sadly enough 😦
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The further the better. Some are quite keen, but psychic? I’ll let the clients decide.
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haha been down this road a time or ten, avoid them like the plague now. Great word play with this one too!
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They can become addictive. Thanks for the visit and the comment.
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Ah, yes, always those who are will to try to separate us form our meager dollars.
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And our way of life.
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they find themselves in many areas of life…looking out for their self interest masquerading as yours…
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Oh yes they do. Some though have the nads to ask for money…
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so sad when people prey on the needy even if it’s emotional need.
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There are all kinds of people out there that want something from you. You gut is the best test if they are real.
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You could also be describing modern ad men!
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Yes indeed. Bait and switch is still out there.
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They usually get their way because I’ve noticed it is often when vulnerable that people seek them out – I did. Learnt the hard way. LOL
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I learned as well but I was able to talk to them for free at least.
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If there’s emotion or fear to be toyed with, there is profit to be had. Sad that humanity has trouble lifting itself out of that cycle…
Great poem!
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Thanks Belinda!
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Yes indeed, some wear the mask to perfection, too. Well said by you~!
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People have the answers within themselves if they’d learn to trust their instincts.
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