Not all toxic people can be easily cut out of your life. Some are here to stay, like family members or work colleagues. To survive these “toxic ties,” you need strong, clear boundaries that are non-negotiable. But it’s not as easy as it sounds. Despite toxic people’s tendency to be controlling, their lives are usually […]
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How to Disarm a Manipulator (When You’re a People Pleaser)
From time to time, we all manipulate each other in small ways to get what we want. But for some people, it’s the only way they know how to get their needs met. So how do you disarm a manipulator? First and foremost, by learning to recognize manipulative (or emotionally abusive) behavior. Manipulation tactics only […]