TRAPS OF MANIPULATORS YOU FALL FOR

Manipulators often hide in the crowd, using subtle tricks to get what they want. They make you feel guilt or shame so you'll do their bidding: "If you were a good friend, you would help me." Others flatter you: "You're so smart, no one else can handle this," making you feel obligated to meet their expectations. Sometimes they resort to threats: "If you don't do this, there will be consequences," or play on pity: "I feel so bad, and only you can help." The most cunning use gaslighting, making you doubt your memory and sanity: "You're confusing things, that never happened."

To protect yourself, learn to say "no" without guilt, verify information, and trust your instincts. Discuss your doubts with trusted individuals and don't let manipulators control your life!