3. Look for Contrasts An overt trait often conceals its opposite. 1. People who thump their chests are often big cowards; a prudish exterior may hide a lascivious soul2. The uptight are often screaming for adventure; the shy are dying for attention. 3. Probe beyond appearances, you will often find people's weaknesses in the opposite of the qualities they reveal to you. - See more at: http://48laws-of-power.blogspot.com/search?updated-max=2011-05-14T09:50:00-07:00&max-results=1&start=12&by-date=false#sthash.d7HHkf9K.dpuf