How to Spot and Stop Manipulators -Part 1
A Guide to Recognizing and Resisting 12 Common Manipulation Techniques
Manipulation is the act of influencing someone’s thoughts, feelings, or actions in a deceptive or harmful way. Manipulators often use various techniques to get what they want from others, without regard for their well-being or autonomy. Some of these techniques are subtle and hard to detect, while others are more obvious and aggressive. In this article, we will explore some of the common manipulation techniques that you may encounter in your personal or professional relationships, and how to recognize and resist them.
1- White Knight
The white knight technique is when a manipulator pretends to be a hero or a savior for someone who is in distress or in need of help. They may offer to solve their problems, protect them from harm, or provide them with emotional support. However, their true motive is to gain their trust, gratitude, or admiration, and to make them feel dependent on them. They may also use this technique to create a sense of obligation or guilt in the other person, and to justify their own abusive or controlling behavior.
For example, a white knight may say things like:
- “You’re so lucky to have me. No one else would care for you like I…
