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In the show Baby Reindeer, When Donny first sets his eyes on Martha, he feels pity. In his own words, he felt sorry for her just by looking at her condition. Feeling sad about someone without even knowing what is going on with them can be complicated, but seeing Martha’s overall appearance, Donny could not help it. This feeling of pity leads him to offer her a cup of tea, which sets the foundation stone of all the hell that eventually breaks loose.
Why Does Donny Keep Being Involved With Martha?
Throughout the show, the viewers are bound to wonder why Donny is so sympathetic towards Martha, even when she harasses him and those close to her beyond the gates of hell. However, a little insight into Donny’s character helps us understand the situation better. As it appears in the show, Donny seems to be empathic, always trying to understand what the other person is going through. Moreover, when he meets Martha, he is in a vulnerable position. He feels stuck in a dead-end job, and his dream of becoming a successful comedian seems impossible and distant. At this point, Martha gives him the attention he has always craved. She looks at her with a sense of pride, giving his ego a much-needed boost. Martha’s web of validation makes Donny a prisoner of her obsessive stalking, and no matter how much he tries, he finds it extremely difficult to escape.
