7 Everyday Phrases That Secretly Manipulate Your Mind—Are You Falling for Them?
Sometimes, we can’t help but smile when someone offers a comforting phrase. We hear words like “I’m telling you this because I love you,” and for a moment, we feel safe.
But what if these well-meaning sentiments had a hidden agenda lurking underneath?
Gaslighting, by definition, is a subtle form of emotional manipulation, and one of its most effective tactics involves cloaking control in words that sound sweet or supportive on the surface.
I’ve seen it countless times in my practice: a partner, friend, or family member insists they only have your best interest at heart while quietly undermining your reality.
