Got into a confrontation at the Sportsmans Warehouse in Loveland today...

[Justin]

Under the circumstances; having to keep track of your kid, shopping, and then getting completely blindsided by this Narcissistic Fudd, you did alright.

There have been a number of comments speculating about this guy and just what his problem is, and, frankly, I don't think any of them really get to the root of this jerk's mental malfunction. It has little to do with his age, or the fact that he's a Fudd who's afraid of any gun that has a plastic stock and can hold more than four rounds.

This exchange had nothing to do with a violation of Sportman's Warehouse policy, concealed carry, or the fact that you got made, and everything to do with Mr. Narcissistic Fudd getting off on manipulating the people around him.

He believes that the world should cater to his every little whim, and that people who do things that he doesn't approve of aren't just wrong, but deserve to be punished for having the temerity to transgress against him.

So, yeah, he's a Narcissistic Fudd who doesn't like concealed carry, or ARs, or whatever, but on top of that, his narcissistic worldview not only encourages him, but quite literally demands him to take action against people who do things he doesn't like, and when he can put people into a situation where he forces them to do what he wants, I can guarantee you he absolutely gets off on it.


Now, there have been other posters here who've said you should call the store and complain about the guy behind the counter, or stop shopping at Sportsman's Warehouse altogether. I don't think that's a good idea. The employee at SW was caught just as flat-footed as you were, and other than maybe a one minute conversation with the employee ensuring them that SW's policy of checking guns doesn't apply to guns carried by CCW permitees, he doesn't need to be screamed at by his boss. Nor does SW need to lose your business. Frankly, the thought of you not shopping there, or this employee getting a reaming from his manager is probably something that Narcissistic Fudd would probably derive a great deal of joy from.

Why do I say that?

Well, here's the underlying strategy of the entire exchange between the three of you. Narcissistic Fudd saw your carry piece, and because he thinks that no one should have power over him (or even the potential to have power over him) he immediately got offended in the most self-righteous way possible. Rather than confronting you directly (something a serious narcissist will rarely do*), he opted to employ a power play and leverage his position of "paying customer" to get an employee of the store (in his mind, just a stupid peon) to do his dirty work for him. The employee, who's job largely entails making people happy (or at least placating them enough to get them to go away) went along with it, likely because he perceived that Narcissistic Fudd would bitch to his manager if he didn't, and he also probably pegged you as someone who's "reasonable" and would comply with a request.

Long story short, Narcissistic Fudd played the two of you against each other to assert his dominance over both of you, mentally got off on the outcome in the same way a junkie gets off on smoking meth, and then beat a hasty escape before either of you could realize what had just happened.

The bottom line is that people like Narcissistic Fudd are endemic to modern American culture, and they excel at these little power plays, and get off on the drama they generate. They also love pursuing things like being elected to office, which should tell you a lot about where this country is headed.


For further reading, I strongly suggest reading the following websites:

http://www.anonymousconservative.com...ess-in-others/

http://www.anonymousconservative.com/blog

http://thelastpsychiatrist.com/




*This also explains why he wouldn't speak to you or even make eye contact (even while wearing shades!)

[wctriumph]

^^^^

I will occasionally get or see a customer like this in the shop. I see them interfering with store personnel just trying to do their jobs by interjecting their expertise and knowledge, which is dubious at best, into the sale or discussion with other customers. Some of these people are fairly regular visitors with nothing better to do so they come and hang out and interrupt the flow of business. When I see this happening I will step in and distract them with a question or request to take them out of the situation. I used to think some of them are just trying to be helpful and maybe they are but, some of them can cause problems. These are the "customers from hell". I like your explanation above and it certainly sheds some light on some people's behavioral issues and how better to respond to them.

[KevDen2005]

^^^^

I will occasionally get or see a customer like this in the shop. I see them interfering with store personnel just trying to do their jobs by interjecting their expertise and knowledge, which is dubious at best, into the sale or discussion with other customers. Some of these people are fairly regular visitors with nothing better to do so they come and hang out and interrupt the flow of business. When I see this happening I will step in and distract them with a question or request to take them out of the situation. I used to think some of them are just trying to be helpful and maybe they are but, some of them can cause problems. These are the "customers from hell". I like your explanation above and it certainly sheds some light on some people's behavioral issues and how better to respond to them.

I have often caught myself wanting to interject when I think someone is getting poor advice or if I feel I am knowledgeable enough to say something. I will admit, it does make me feel good (when I actually am right or when they take my advice) But most of the time I try and remind myself, they don't want my advice. Maybe that's why I get so many complaints at work because I just don't care about the little things that everyone seems to call the police for on a regular basis...and it is obvious in my tone (as in the who gives a crap tone).

[KevDen2005]

Under the circumstances; having to keep track of your kid, shopping, and then getting completely blindsided by this Narcissistic Fudd, you did alright.

There have been a number of comments speculating about this guy and just what his problem is, and, frankly, I don't think any of them really get to the root of this jerk's mental malfunction. It has little to do with his age, or the fact that he's a Fudd who's afraid of any gun that has a plastic stock and can hold more than four rounds.

This exchange had nothing to do with a violation of Sportman's Warehouse policy, concealed carry, or the fact that you got made, and everything to do with Mr. Narcissistic Fudd getting off on manipulating the people around him.

He believes that the world should cater to his every little whim, and that people who do things that he doesn't approve of aren't just wrong, but deserve to be punished for having the temerity to transgress against him.

So, yeah, he's a Narcissistic Fudd who doesn't like concealed carry, or ARs, or whatever, but on top of that, his narcissistic worldview not only encourages him, but quite literally demands him to take action against people who do things he doesn't like, and when he can put people into a situation where he forces them to do what he wants, I can guarantee you he absolutely gets off on it.


Now, there have been other posters here who've said you should call the store and complain about the guy behind the counter, or stop shopping at Sportsman's Warehouse altogether. I don't think that's a good idea. The employee at SW was caught just as flat-footed as you were, and other than maybe a one minute conversation with the employee ensuring them that SW's policy of checking guns doesn't apply to guns carried by CCW permitees, he doesn't need to be screamed at by his boss. Nor does SW need to lose your business. Frankly, the thought of you not shopping there, or this employee getting a reaming from his manager is probably something that Narcissistic Fudd would probably derive a great deal of joy from.

Why do I say that?

Well, here's the underlying strategy of the entire exchange between the three of you. Narcissistic Fudd saw your carry piece, and because he thinks that no one should have power over him (or even the potential to have power over him) he immediately got offended in the most self-righteous way possible. Rather than confronting you directly (something a serious narcissist will rarely do*), he opted to employ a power play and leverage his position of "paying customer" to get an employee of the store (in his mind, just a stupid peon) to do his dirty work for him. The employee, who's job largely entails making people happy (or at least placating them enough to get them to go away) went along with it, likely because he perceived that Narcissistic Fudd would bitch to his manager if he didn't, and he also probably pegged you as someone who's "reasonable" and would comply with a request.

Long story short, Narcissistic Fudd played the two of you against each other to assert his dominance over both of you, mentally got off on the outcome in the same way a junkie gets off on smoking meth, and then beat a hasty escape before either of you could realize what had just happened.

The bottom line is that people like Narcissistic Fudd are endemic to modern American culture, and they excel at these little power plays, and get off on the drama they generate. They also love pursuing things like being elected to office, which should tell you a lot about where this country is headed.


For further reading, I strongly suggest reading the following websites:

http://www.anonymousconservative.com...ess-in-others/

http://www.anonymousconservative.com/blog

http://thelastpsychiatrist.com/




*This also explains why he wouldn't speak to you or even make eye contact (even while wearing shades!)

Very in depth, that is a very deep thought into this and something to definitely consider. Thanks for the links, I liked reading them. Good info.