6 Signs of Emotional Manipulation

Manipulation can come in many different ways. Sometimes the ways that someone manipulates others is obvious, other times not. A person can sometimes be so good at manipulating, that you don’t even know that they’re doing it. To understand what a manipulator can look like, in this article, we’ll be looking at a few signs.

Disclaimer: If you can relate to any of these signs, please do not take this feedback as an attack on your character. This article was meant to be a self-improvement guide for those of you who have been feeling a little stuck.

Writer: Sid Thompson
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[CindyPsychgo]

Question for you: how is the music right now for you?

[Raghav-txym]

0:25 The manipulator constantly judges you.
0:45 They twist the facts to fit their narrative.
1:12 They shower you in affection.
1:42 They listen to you at first.
2:12 They are never wrong.
2:35 They have power over you.

[khalilahd.]

Growing up with one I know the signs all too well (ESPECIALLY the gaslighting 😕). The most dangerous manipulator are the ones that aren’t obvious. Thanks for bringing awareness and I’m hoping for healing for people who can relate to this 🥺💜

[poohbeardrawz]

Manipulation is really terrible, going both ways. As somebody who's had many manipulative/gaslighting friendships in the past, it's hard for me sometimes to tell if I'm being manipulative or even seeing manipulation when it's not there.
Under the surface, everybody just wants to be loved :)
edit: OMGGGG you guys thanks for the likes <3 its nice to know how many can relate/sympathise

[sanghiiin]

And don't forget that some people are manipulative without even knowing they are. Manipulation can be difficult to spot and manage for both the person being manipulated and the person manipulating.

[chynabarbieeeeee]

My parents always manipulate me especially my dad. He used to judge me and make fun of me, he's always right even if we know he's the one in the wrong. I tried to ran away from home, but somehow I just can't get away from them. Thanks for covering topics like this Psych2go

[wilburlookslikewaldo-]

My father was, and really still is, a narcissistic manipulator, by all means. Made me feel terrible my whole life with all of the abuse and hatred, and then he'd just flip a switch and be the 'sweetest father' to whatever kid he chose that day.

Mainly, I need this video to write specific characters and have them obtain believable personalities. But, either way, the video is lovely. Thank you.

[MmmMulholland]

I think, no I know, I’m guilty of doing all of these things. It is not ok and I’m in therapy. I have serious abandonment issues and had a rough childhood. These things are absolutely not an excuse and never will be. My therapist said it’s important to recognise where those issues began so you can pinpoint where to look when reparenting or attempting to heal at the root. To all of those dealing/have dealt with emotional manipulators, I am sorry for your pain and your experiences and I wish you healing.

[chynabarbieeeeee]

I can relate to this video. Growing up life wasn't easy because of my parents. I have anxiety and I used to live to please them and it was still not good enough and I used to think I'm the crazy one. They always judge me and gaslight me.

[PsychologyRefresh]

If someone is constantly manipulating you, you should not think twice and leave that person immediately.

[cmamabuhs]

Yes!!! Yes!!!! Yes!!! I’ve experienced “love bombing” more times than I can count and I’m so glad that I am aware of this now thanks to many awesome healthcare professionals!!!

[cherryspeaks]

The loud music was overwhelming and was difficult to hear the lesson. Please remove the music, I think this was a great message.

[mlbullbooks]

Some people will try to break you when you speak up for yourself and not allow them to constantly project on you, but don't let them get you down. Keep shining your light!!! 😊

[yay]

I met a girl that just got out of a toxic friendship, but I didn't knew it until some weaks ago. I was shocked, I just can't believe how much shit she got through this last months!!

I'm glad i'm sub to this channel, it helped me when we were talking, she said that our talk made her feel better, and I'm happy because I'm kinda shy so it's kinda hard for me to make friends, and even harder to make close friends

Thank you :)

[wolfyrichards]

This sounds exactly like my parents...

*sigh*

[namethestars]

Scarily all of these apply to my ex. The twisting facts to fit their narrative.. he was doing that from the beginning of our relationship, he also was an expert at praising my writing but then in the same spell bringing me down so my confidence in what I wrote just continued to fall. Lovebombing absolutely - at the time because it was new I thought he loved me but only after everything do I realise how much he was LB'ing me now.

Never being wrong ✔ he could never admit fault, it was always, ALWAYS some one else's fault even if he provoked the situation. I feel for anyone who winds up with my ex but it's insane how much you recognise the manipulation tactics once you're not caught up in it.

[loveraze]

I'm ashamed to admit but I will still say it. I feel bad for my youngest sibling because she has a sister like me. I didn't know that some of the things I do is manipulative, I'm unaware. I think I'm being harsh to others. Thank you for raising awareness *Psych2Go*

[isabellamendizabal]

your videos are my comfort videos. they help me realize I’m not alone in my journey of life. thank you

[emiljawad]

Don’t forget the manipulation by my own family member for 20 years down to the cameras

[lunancholia]

How is it possible your videos always arrive when I feel like I need them the most? Psych2go you're incredible and incredible is the amount of work you do to make these beautiful videos. Love you 💜