“Unlocking the Secrets: 7 Sinister Mind Games Manipulators Use When They’re Backed into a Corner”
One moment, the manipulator is praising you, showering you with attention, and building you up. The next, they’re distant, critical, or outright dismissive.
This rollercoaster of affection and rejection creates a craving for the “good moments,” so you start chasing their approval.
I’ve seen people in my counseling sessions who describe this like an emotional yo-yo. They’re on cloud nine one day, feeling loved and appreciated, only to be dropped the next day. It’s a powerful hook because it’s unpredictable.
