Ep. 66 The Subtle Tactics of Emotional Manipulation

Emotional manipulation often hides in plain sight—disguised as concern, humor, or even affection. In this episode of the Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Podcast, we explore how subtle patterns of behavior can make you feel drained, guilty, or unsure of your own instincts—without realizing you’re being manipulated.

We take a closer look at how:

• Gaslighting leaves you questioning your memory or perception
• Guilt-tripping subtly shifts blame onto you for someone else’s actions or emotions
• Withholding affection or silent treatment can control through emotional withdrawal
• Passive-aggressive comments chip away at confidence while maintaining surface-level calm
• Triangulation introduces outsiders to create confusion and self-doubt

These patterns rarely announce themselves directly. Instead, they build slowly—causing confusion and self-blame that keeps you stuck in a cycle of emotional exhaustion and second-guessing.

This episode offers language to describe what you've experienced, clarity around common manipulation tactics, and gentle reminders that your emotional discomfort is not something to ignore.

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