“Unmasking the Subtle Saboteurs: 8 Phrases Manipulative People Use to Steal Your Confidence”
But that’s a story for another time. Let’s dive in.
1) “You’re overreacting”
Who hasn’t heard this phrase before?
It’s a classic in the manipulator’s handbook.
When someone tells you that you’re overreacting, it instantly makes you question your feelings.
You start to wonder if your emotional response is indeed disproportionate or if you’re just being overly sensitive.
The truth is, emotions are intensely personal. What might seem like an overreaction to someone else might be a completely normal response for you. And that’s perfectly okay.
