7 Hidden Tricks Expert Manipulators Use to Control You Without You Noticing, According to Psychology
Remember, it’s okay to trust your gut. Don’t let someone else warp your reality. If something doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t.
4) They use guilt as a weapon
One of the most potent tools in a manipulator’s arsenal is guilt. They know how to make you feel guilty for not aligning with their wants or needs, making you more likely to bend to their will.
A personal experience that comes to mind is when a former boss would use guilt to get us to work overtime. Statements like “I’m just trying to keep the business afloat” or “Everyone needs to pull their weight” were regularly used to make us feel bad about leaving on time.
