It makes him feel as though he has no other choice but to trust Tamkin Promise of Financial Security Tamkin promises Tommy that the investment will lead to quick financial gain He assures him that it s a safe bet making Tommy feel secure in his decision Tamkin claims Only the present is real the here-and-now Seize the day These words encourage Tommy to focus on the immediate opportunity without considering future risks By promoting the idea of acting in the present moment Tamkin entices Tommy to invest without worrying about the consequences Exploiting Tommy s Vulnerabilities Tommy is in a desperate situation both emotionally and financially His failed marriage job loss and the pressure from his father make him easy to manipulate Tamkin identifies Tommy s vulnerability and uses it to his advantage When Tamkin says What do I expect I expect help Tommy s cry for help reveals his emotional state Tamkin exploits Tommy s need for financial stability and emotional support He becomes the only figure who seems to offer assistance Tamkin s Manipulation of Fear Tamkin cleverly uses fear to drive Tommy into investing He knows that Tommy is afraid of further failure and loss so he paints a picture of financial ruin if Tommy does not act This manipulation of fear is evident when Tommy reflects The waters of the earth are going to roll over me Tamkin downplays the risks reassuring Tommy that the investment will pay off By downplaying the dangers Tamkin lulls Tommy into a false sense of security This makes the investment seem like the only viable option to escape his troubles Reinforcing the Illusion of Control Tamkin reinforces the idea that Tommy can control his financial future through this investment By presenting the commodities market as a system that can be manipulated he makes Tommy believe that he has the power to change his life Tamkin s manipulation is evident when he promises Tommy The money makes the difference This statement implies that Tommy s financial problems will vanish with the right investment This idea gives him a sense of agency in a life where he feels powerless Tamkin s words create an illusion of control that motivates Tommy to invest In conclusion Dr Tamkin convinces Tommy to invest his savings by using charm promises of wealth and exploiting Tommy s vulnerabilities He manipulates Tommy s emotions and fears presenting the investment as a solution to his problems Although Tommy is initially hesitant Tamkin s persuasive tactics convince him that this is the only way to achieve financial freedom In the end Tamkin s influence leads Tommy to make a life-changing decision