Last Updated 12/02/2025 published 23/12/2024 by Hans Smedema

Smedema’s Responses to Alleged Mistreatment

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Hans Smedema, feeling consistently mistreated and manipulated, took a range of actions, from expressions of anger to legal pursuits and ultimately seeking asylum. His responses varied depending on the perceived severity of the mistreatment and the individuals involved.

Expressions of Anger and Frustration:

Property Damage:

• On two occasions, overwhelming feelings of anger and powerlessness led Smedema to throw stones through glass doors. The first instance occurred at his own villa in Drachten after he was excluded from a meeting he believed was part of a conspiracy against him. [1-4] The second incident took place at his step-daughter’s home in Groningen under similar circumstances. [2, 4]

Verbal Outbursts:

• Smedema recounts instances of expressing his anger verbally. He confronted individuals he believed were part of the conspiracy, such as Jan de Groot, a detective, about the alleged cover-up and his wife’s alleged abuse. [5] He also describes a confrontation with Rin, expressing his frustration about being declared paranoid without due process. [6] He frequently refers to those he felt wronged him with disparaging terms, reflecting his anger and resentment. [7-13]

Leaving Situations:

• When feeling manipulated or disrespected, Smedema sometimes chose to remove himself from the situation. He describes leaving meetings with family members when conversations became emotionally charged or when he felt he wasn’t being taken seriously. [9, 11] He also recounts leaving the apartment of Jan van Beek when feeling manipulated or witnessing suspicious activity. [14, 15]

Legal and Official Actions:

Filing Complaints and Appeals:

• Smedema repeatedly attempted to seek legal redress for the alleged injustices he and his wife suffered. He filed complaints and appeals with various legal bodies, including the College van Procureurs Generaal and the Gerechtshof, but these were consistently rejected or ignored. [16] He also filed a complaint with the National Ombudsman, which was dismissed due to the alleged involvement of the Dutch Crown. [17]

Seeking Asylum:

• After facing repeated setbacks in the Netherlands, Smedema sought political asylum in the United States on three separate occasions. [16, 18, 19] His first application was denied in 2009, but later, U.S. asylum judge Rex J. Ford reportedly validated his story and declared him not schizophrenic or delusional. [16] Subsequent attempts were allegedly blocked by King Willem-Alexander. [18]

Reporting to Authorities:

• Smedema claims to have reported instances of alleged abuse, fraud, and manipulation to the police. However, he alleges that these reports were either ignored or dismissed due to the alleged conspiracy and the influence of high-ranking officials. [20, 21] He specifically mentions reporting Jan van Beek to the Utrecht police. [22, 23]

Personal Actions:

Fleeing into Exile:

• In 2008, Smedema fled to Spain to escape what he perceived as persecution by the Dutch state and to better defend himself. [17, 24] This decision further compounded his emotional and financial distress, forcing him to maintain two households. [23]

Writing and Documenting:

• Smedema meticulously documented his experiences in numerous writings, including blog posts, articles, and books, aiming to expose the alleged conspiracy and seek justice. [25] He describes these efforts as a crucial part of his fight for recognition and validation. [26]

Other Notable Actions:

Confronting Alleged Abusers:

• Smedema directly confronted individuals he suspected of being involved in the alleged conspiracy, including his wife, family members, and acquaintances, questioning their actions and demanding explanations. [27-29]

Severing Ties:

• Smedema resigned from the Rotary Club, feeling that his fellow members were aware of his wife’s alleged abuse but did nothing to help. [30] He also distanced himself from family members who he believed were complicit in the alleged conspiracy or who dismissed his claims. [10, 11]

Next Step: Consider the psychological effects of long-term gaslighting and alleged abuse on Smedema’s perception of reality and his decision-making. How might these experiences have influenced his reactions and behavior, and what support systems might have been beneficial in helping him cope with his distress? A framework for analyzing his psychological state, such as the Kübler-Ross five stages of grief (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance), could provide valuable insights into his responses to the alleged trauma.

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