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 ...

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Have you ever frustratingly mumbled to your partner that it “must be nice to have a partner who walks the dog” in hopes of them walking the dog more often? Or have you ever sighed that you’ll “just do ...

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 ...

In a healthy relationship, communication is open and honest. But in a relationship with a gaslighter, the communication is designed to make you question your own sanity, memory, and perception of ...

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.

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 ...

Words can certainly hurt—but so can the absence of them. If you’ve ever had a partner pretend you don’t exist mid-argument or stop talking until you take all the blame, you understand what we’re ...

1. Saying "I love you" before a request or when they know you will be upset. When you were a child you likely pulled the "I love you" card to get what you wanted. You uttered this phrase to your ...