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Charisma Can Conceal Control
- Oscar Pistorius was a global inspirational figure whose public persona masked a more controlling private side.
- The contrast between fame and private abuse highlights how charisma can hide dangerous behavior.
Text Messages Show Control
- Text messages revealed Pistorius imposing rules and accusing Reeva of promiscuity within months of their relationship.
- Reeva repeatedly defended herself in texts, showing a pattern of control and defensiveness.
Abuse Without Visible Violence
- Reeva described doing everything to keep the relationship calm despite being scared of Pistorius's snaps.
- The hosts explain that domestic abuse often includes control without physical violence.