My name is Joey. I was raised a member of the church by a loving and devoutly faithful family. When I was growing up I knew that I was different than everyone around me and didn't understand why. When I was 22 years old I was clinically diagnosed a sociopath. I am not a violent person nor do I embody the stereotype of 'scary' sociopath a la bundy, gacy, etc..., I am simply not emotionally wired like most of the people reading this. I have no concept of the feelings of guilt, remorse, shame, or love. Two of the basic tenants of the church are 'love one another' and the philosophy that to gain repentance you must feel remorse for your sin. What is god's plan for someone who emotionally cannot feel these things?
Why do I care? It honestly boils down to pure academic curiosity. Thank you very much for any insight into my questions.
