“There are those whose primary ability is to spin wheels of manipulation. It is their second skin and without these spinning wheels, they simply do not know how to function.” ― C. JoyBell C ...

One way for manipulators to get control over the one they are exploiting is through targeting their victim’s weakness. So if your partner uses your insecurities, fears, worries and concerns against ...

Manipulative behavior refers to a person's use of gaslighting, love bombing, and other behaviors used to gain power or influence over another. These relational tactics often damage another person's ...

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The flickering gaslights in a 1944 film gave birth to what would become one of the most insidious forms of emotional abuse recognized today. In the classic thriller “Gaslight,” Ingrid Bergman portrays ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. When you're navigating the complexities of a relationship, it's easy to overlook behaviors that might seem normal but can actually ...

Healthy relationships are built on trust, communication, and mutual respect. However, some individuals use subtle, manipulative tactics to control their partners without overt confrontation. These ...

Ever felt like you're second-guessing yourself after a chat with someone, wondering why you apologised when you weren't wrong? Manipulation sneaks in slowly like a fog and twists your reality and ...

Sexual intimacy forms the foundation of a healthy relationship, fostering emotional bonds and mutual trust between partners. When this connection faces deliberate manipulation or neglect, it can ...

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