Most undercover cops are vastly skilled at compartmentalization. It is a talent as valued as lying. They seal off their real feelings and create imitation emotions. Easily torn down when it's time to show the badge, drag someone downtown, and sit across from him in an interrogation cell and tell him how fucked he is now.
Undercover officers possess a remarkable ability to compartmentalize their emotions and experiences, allowing them to effectively perform their duties. This skill is essential for them to separate their true feelings from the roles they play, which often involves deception and acting. The ability to create false emotional responses is equally important as it safeguards their identity and purpose.
When the time comes to reveal their true selves, they must switch gears...
