Are you manipulative? Today we’re going to talk specifically about manipulation. Manipulate is defined as “control or influence (a person or situation) cleverly, unfairly, or unscrupulously”. Whenever we label someone as “manipulative”, nowadays it has a negative connotation to it, but are you a b
Manipulators are naturals at getting you to question your own sanity or perception of reality (gaslighting). And depending on who it is, it can be tough to spot, especially if the aggressor is among your close friends and family. So to help you be more aware of these behaviors, here are a few common
Have you ever caught yourself saying manipulative words? Often, manipulative people don’t realize their own actions. But they will notice friends going distant and relationships being put at risk. So if you’re here, you’re probably experiencing something along those lines and are asking yourself the
In this video, we're going to discuss 5 signs of manipulative behaviors and how to deal with them. manipulative people can be tough to deal with, but with a little sensitivity and understanding, you can start to take control of the situation and protect yourself. If you're ever feeling threatened o
Manipulation can be an extremely complicated, confusing, and emotionally taxing experience. Relationships with manipulators may have their highs and lows along with sometimes subtle tactics which can make it so you don’t notice what they are doing. To better look into what manipulation may look like
We are not here to shame or discriminate against covert narcissists as we are a channel to promote mental wellness awareness, and self education. However, if you're wondering if the person you are talking to might be secretly a narcissist, then this video may help. Recognizing toxic behaviours or si
Do suspect that someone may be taking advantage of your kindness? If this thought hasn’t crossed your mind, it’s still better to stay informed and secure with yourself, rather than feeling doubtful of a questionable or unsafe relationship with someone. Here are some ways that someone may be using yo
When it comes to protecting yourself from manipulation, remember to stay aware, set clear boundaries, trust your instincts, and verify information independently. Take the time to reflect on your values and don't be afraid to say "no".. Don't hesitate to seek support from trusted individuals or profe
The principles of persuasion are a set of psychological rules to influence others. In his book "Influence", Robert Cialdini presents 6 main principles: reciprocity, scarcity, authority, consistency, sympathy and consensus. Later, he added a 7th principle: uniformity. Knowing these rules can be helpf
Machiavellianism refers to a personality trait that is characterized by an ability to be extremely manipulative, deceitful, and cunning as a means to achieve one’s goals, such as POWER or STATUS, and It’s one of the three tenets of the Dark Triad, which includes narcissism and psychopathy. Individua
The term dark empath is a relatively new term to refer to someone who uses their empathy for manipulation. Sounds somewhat familiar to someone with narcissistic or psychopathic traits? A dark empath is someone who is manipulative but not necessarily malicious. We previously did a video covering what
Are you dealing with a narcissist right now? Narcissists are masters of sabotage, deceit, and emotional manipulation. While Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is only present in a very rare few, a lot more people actually have narcissistic tendencies that can make them just as dangerous to be a
