Avoiding Sexual Predators

Many predators don’t look like the sinister types portrayed in the movies. They can actually appear benevolent at the outset and can show up in every profession, race, and religion. Some of them are exceptionally deceptive because they hide behind the veneer of being a spiritual teachers or healers. I call them the “new age wolves in sheep’s clothing.”

If you are concerned that you or someone you love may be in contact with a sexual predator, look for these warning signs:

Has trouble controlling his impulses
Cannot empathize with your feelings and tries to talk you out of them
Can be charming and seductive
Tries to convince you that his unwanted sexual advances are a sign of affection
Tells you he loves you when his actions don’t show it
Has a sense of entitlement about what he can to do you or with you
Wolf whistles and makes inappropriate comments about your body
Often has substance addictions, such as alcohol or drugs
Refuses to take responsibility for his actions and blames others
Continues to make sexual comments about other women after you have asked him not to
Expresses jealousy and may try to sabotage your relationships
Has low self-esteem but acts confident
Buys you things so you will excuse his behavior
Only cares about looking good on the outside
Gets angry when you confront him about his behavior
Acts like a know-it-all and claims to be your teacher