A straightforward guide to identifying the verbal tactics manipulators use to control narratives and evade accountability. It breaks down 7 common phrases that can leave you feeling confused and ...

The term “gaslighting” gets thrown around a lot lately—dictionary publisher Merriam-Webster even chose it as the 2022 word of the year. Although it has become a common phrase, it’s actually a serious ...

Many of us don't even realize they're trying to control and confuse us. We may have an uneasy feeling in our gut that doesn't match the manipulator's words, or feel trapped into agreeing with a ...

Narcissists often use subtle psychological tricks to gain control in relationships. From gaslighting and silent treatment to love bombing and blame-shifting, these tactics can leave partners confused ...

Victorians drawn into cults have revealed some of the most insidious and horrifying tactics used to trap and control them, ...

A Harvard Business School study has revealed that popular AI companion apps often use emotional manipulation to keep users ...

Reality TV relationships often include fairy-tale dates, speedy declarations of love and fantasy futures spun for watchers and social media followers to cringe and obsess about almost endlessly. To ...

Navigating relationships can be tricky, especially when dealing with manipulative individuals. These people have a knack for getting inside your head, making you question your perceptions and ...

Last year, I published a popular blog post that sought to outline a few go-to methods for manipulative parenting. As stated therein, parenting is all about guiding a child's development. But when ...