Manipulation can be subtle, sneaky, and even insidious, but for emotionally evolved people, it’s as obvious as a flashing neon sign. Their heightened awareness, honed over years of self-reflection and ...
The most dangerous relationship problems often begin with behaviors so subtle they’re easy to dismiss. Emotional manipulation—a form of control that leaves you questioning your own feelings and ...
Navigating relationships can be tricky, especially when you're trying to figure out if your spouse is just being "difficult" or if there's something deeper, like emotional manipulation, at play. It's ...
Some types of manipulation are easy to see. For example: A salesperson tries to scare you into buying the extended warranty. Your boss asks you to work through the weekend and suggests that your ...
Ever been in a conversation that left you feeling weirdly guilty, confused, or questioning your own reality? Congrats – you might have just experienced the special joy of being manipulated.
You’ve met a person who tries to convince you that up is down, right is wrong, and black is white. This person has a deep investment in your coming to see the world as he does. He can employ various ...
In our daily interactions, we often rely on a kind of shorthand to communicate our feelings and needs. But sometimes, buried within our language are phrases that, even when spoken without malice, ...
Editor’s Note: In a previous article, Theo Warner explored how digital literacy programs can build resilience against harmful content online. One promising component is psychological ...