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UNEASY ATMOSPHERE


I like direct and simple relations with people, and dread complex, subtle, intricate relations–and above all CLAIMS.  One gives, and … More

expectations, manipulation, obligations

MY BEST SELF


I know I’m not perfect and I’ve made horrendous mistakes.  There have been times when I’ve been mean and uncharitable.  … More

dysfunctional families, emotional blackmail, low self-esteem, manipulation, survivor of abuse, unhealthy relationships

PEOPLE’S FAVORITE SUBJECT


Talk to someone about themselves and they will listen for hours (Dale Carnegie).  It’s true we all love to talk … More

communication, Dale Carnegie, ego-centric, influence, manipulation, narcissism

DON’T BE AFRAID OF ENEMIES


Don’t be afraid of enemies who attack you.  Be afraid of the friends who flatter you. (Dale Carnegie).  Enemies who … More

Dale Carnegie, discernment, enemies, fake friends, flattery, manipulation, PEERS

FEELING LEFT OUT


Humans are social creatures and as such need to belong to a group.  This is why one of the most … More

emotonal abuse, giving the cold shoulder, isolation, manipulation

IT’S NOT A GAME


“. . . It’s not a game until both sides know they’re playing . . .”  Loreth Anne White, A Dark Lure

games people play, manipulation, psychological games

TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF


I never want to intentionally hurt someone’s feelings.  Sometimes people choose to get their feelings hurt when I write what … More

guilt trips, manipulation, self expression, victim mentality

THE MYTH OF SELF-ESTEEM


I spent years helping myself overcome a life time of “low self-esteem”.  I also worked with a multitude of patients … More

ACOA, asperger's, emotional blackmail, empowerment, FAILURES, manipulation, MENTAL HEALTH, PARENTING, self-esteem

ONE WAY RELATIONSHIPS


As I get older, I find I am less and less able to keep up my end of one-sided relationships.  … More

COPING WITH, manipulation, reciprocity, self-respect, selfishness

NOT A REQUEST


If “no” is not an option then it’s not a request no matter how nicely asked.  Sometimes a request is … More

authoritative parenting, communication, indirect communication, manipulation, power dynamics

INSIST


To insist often is in response to another person declining or saying “no” to something.  It can be felt as … More

bullying, conditional love, Emotional abuse, manipulation, rape culture, respect, ulterior motives

EMOTIONAL BLACKMAIL


I have, for the most part, given up on relationships. I’ve decided I don’t “do” relationships very well.  I am … More

ACOA, Emotional abuse, empowerment, FAILURES, manipulation, self-worth

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