Why do some people thrive on people's weaknesses and feel good when someone is down?

[belle_kai]

[CaptainOverthink]

It differs a lot from case to case I'd say..
I can mostly soeak fir why men would do it. I feel like when it comes to social groupdynamics and hierarkies it's more different between sexes.

Some guys.. do it because they like to feel on top or they are afraid to not be and that also signal to others who are sensitive to group preassure or otherwise a bit insecure, that they better fall in line or else.

Some guys.. have drowning-man-syndrome, meaning they feel so bad and down that they feel obliged to push others down to stay afloat.

Some guys.. actually are just joking around harmlessly although it can be very harsh.
This is men's way of testing another to see if they can take the heat, if they are able to push back in good humor. Sort of read between the lines type of thing. Between close friends this type of friendly roasting is both for fun but also to point out things that they could do well in adressing or work on.
An honest roast is more painful but also more healthy.
Although I do see how a sensitive person could easily take offense.

[TheMajesticKing777]

I guess they don't feel alone when it comes to sufferment but thriving off it is just fucked up, I can understand if it makes someone feel better in a way that isn't enjoyment or pleasure from someone else's misfortunes

[FreyaRed]

Yes, some people are sadists are misery tourists. I must admit I despise this kind of pathology at most.

[Guy13]

I do not know except their heart and soul are Dead... It is plain sick.

[exitseven]

They feel inadequate and having somebody have difficulties makes them feel somehow better.

[GoodGuyBreakingBad]

People do it I had it done to me and it really sucks

[bigpauly]

It makes them feel less insecure about themselves to point out others flaws.

[Anonymous]

They can sense weaknesses, and can’t resist being a jerk or bully.

[DizzyDesii]

Misery loves company

[ArtemisSilver]

Because they are emotional vampires.

[Dinosaursandanime65]

Easier for them and/or they’re p. u. s. s. Y