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Some people have identification markers of "trademarks" as I'd like to call them. For example, there's an actor here in the Philippines who's known for always wearing shades. Similarly, other people have distinguishing marks that enables people to single them out in a crowd or from far away. Others see this as a boon since it gives them an "identity", makes them unique among their peers. Some see it as a bane since they're singled out in a crowd or in a group. In actuality, one can reap both benefits, either as a stalker or as the one being stalked. As one being stalked, having a trademark makes you an easy target. You can be seen from afar. You don't blend in a crowd. You are easier to find, at least visually (unless your trademark is oriented with another sense such as constantly tapping your foot or whistling a specific tune frequently). However, trademarks can be discarded, at least temporarily, especially if it's related to apparel (such as wearing a leather jacket in the middle of summer, or sunglasses during the evening). If a guy who usually wears shades stops wearing them, it might suddenly be more difficult to find him since you usually associate the trademark with the person. No shades? I guess he's not here. Suddenly, you start blending in a crowd. People might come to depend on identifying you with your trademark. By discarding it, people at the very least will be surprised and will serve as a distraction to your whereabouts. It can even serve as a red herring by letting another person (or a group of people) don your trademarks. While other people's eyes are on them, you quickly sneak away in the guise of a mundane person. As a stalker, it is not advisable to have a trademark. After all, the point of stalking is not to let other people realize that you're there. A trademark is an identifier for who you are, especially if it's something too radical (such as colored hairdo in a conservative society full of black-haired people). The more unconspicuous you look (no trenchcoats!), the more it'll help you conceal yourself (unless you're looking for a handicap). Of course there are reasons for a stalker to have a trademark. As mentioned before, it could serve as a red herring to other people (unfortunately, this requires the participation of someone else aside from you, whether voluntary or involuntarily). The other is that others might look for your trademark to look for you. When you discard it yourself, you blend in with the crowd. It might also serve as an "alter-ego". Your public image is that with the trademark. When you're out stalking, you discard the trademark (like a superhero with a secret identity). Of course this can be problematic if you're caught. People now know that if you're without your trademark, you're out to do some stalking. Post a comment in response: |
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