I believe manipulation is one of the most toxic behaviors in a relationship because you cannot feel emotionally safe or have trust when there is manipulation. It is dishonest and often invisible at first, so it can be so crazy-making and greatly impact your sense of self!  It is not safe to be open and vulnerable and usually leads to tons of conflict and often an end to a relationship.

We also identify other forms of control that also can thwart connection. If you sense there is manipulation in your relationship, this is a great episode to help you identify it.

 Key Elements

• Identify what emotional manipulation is and why it’s so toxic
• Look at fear-based control and where it comes from
• Contrast these with detaching and risking setting healthy limits to be more loving

I cannot simultaneously
set a boundary with you
and
take care of your feelings.
– Melody Beattie

Resources

Codependent No More by Melody Beattie

The Disease to Please by Harriet Braiker

Emotional Blackmail by Dr. Susan Forward

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