Never defend yourself — this single rule can instantly flip power in your favor. In this video, we uncover Machiavelli’s psychological trick that explains why defending yourself often makes you look weaker, not stronger. Based on dark psychology, power dynamics, and strategic silence, this concept reveals how powerful people control situations without explaining, justifying, or reacting emotionally. You’ll learn: Why defending yourself gives others control over you How silence creates authority and dominance Machiavelli’s mindset for psychological power How to apply this trick in arguments, workplace conflicts, and social situations If you’re interested in psychology, manipulation tactics, human behavior, and power strategies, this video is for you. 🔔 Subscribe to Ten Minutes Psycho for short, powerful psychology insights.