We live in an age where conversation can often feel like a chess match, each move calculated for maximum effect. Ever found yourself walking away from a chat feeling strangely off-kilter? That may be ...

There’s a fine line between influencing someone and manipulating them. The big distinction? Transparency. When you manipulate, you’re trying to get your way while concealing your true motive.

Emotional manipulators tend to benefit from having a sense of emotional intelligence without the added social and internal burdens of compassion or empathy. According to a study from the SAGE Open ...

It's never easy dealing with a controlling person. They rarely have your best interests at heart and often use manipulation and deception to keep others in line and on a pedestal that matches their ...

When it comes to manipulation, the signs are often subtle, hidden in the nuances of everyday conversation. You might second-guess yourself, wondering if you're just imagining things. But if you're not ...

Many of us like to think we're good people and don't engage in actions that may hurt others, but that may not always be the ...

Manipulative people have mastered the art of deception. They may appear respectable and sincere but often that’s just a facade; it's a way to draw you in and ensnare you in a relationship before they ...

I was reading your recent letters regarding inheritance and favoritism, and they were very interesting. I would like to change the perspective a little bit, while staying on the same topic: I have a ...

Manipulators often use things to their advantage. You may think they are being nice to you or helping you, however, what most people fail to see is how they will use these acts of kindness to their ...