The Secret Language of Manipulation: How These Subtle Phrases Reveal a Mastermind at Mind Games
And if I agree with him, he gets to say, “See, I was right.”
Heads he wins, tails I lose. It’s a clever mind game that puts him in a win-win situation.
I have to admit, it’s a smart move. But now that I know the trick, I don’t fall for it anymore.
6) “I completely understand where you’re coming from”
This phrase feels like a breath of fresh air in a heated discussion, doesn’t it? It seems like he’s empathizing with your viewpoint.
But here’s the twist. This phrase can also be a sly way to end the discussion without actually agreeing with you.