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Backstabbing is the act of betraying someone's trust, often through deception or undermining them behind their back, typically within close relationships or communities.
In the Psycheverse
backstabbing emerges as a recurring social dynamic within online esoteric communities and the panelverse, where trust violations and perceived betrayals fuel drama. Psyche examines how these ruptures happen—whether through public callouts, defensive loyalty that gets weaponized, or toxic community behavior—as both cautionary tales and mirrors for interpersonal psychology.
Episode 879 features a discussion about online drama involving accusations of trolling and backstabbing behavior in Discord communities.
Episode discussing the betrayal of trust when someone defends a friend who later turns against them.
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