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 ...
Emotional manipulation is a subtle yet powerful form of control that can leave a person feeling confused, guilty and emotionally drained. It often starts with small, seemingly harmless behaviors that ...
Emotions play a pivotal role in fostering a healthy connection in relationships. But emotions can be misused and turned into weapons too. Sometimes, they’re used to control and manipulate others. In ...
Have you ever walked away from a conversation feeling like you’re the villain, even though you know, deep down, that you did nothing wrong? There’s this nagging voice inside that says, “Wait a ...
Yes, says Shadé Zahrai, PhD, organizational behavior expert and author of the new book Big Trust. In an insightful piece at ...
It's the season of giving, but you likely don't want to be on the receiving end of emotional manipulation during the holidays. This form of manipulation occurs when someone tries to influence your ...
Instead of asking for something directly, someone who dry begs passively and indirectly asks for help or favors. Catherine Falls Commercial via Getty Images Have you ever frustratingly mumbled to your ...