I Dated an Emotional Manipulator — Here’s How I Made My Way Out

When things go down, you get nothing but a silent treatment.

Anggun Bawi
Hello, Love

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Imagine being manipulated by someone you give your heart to. It’s not a nice feeling, is it?

People change, not only to be the best but also the worst version of themselves. The question many people would ask when they feel like their partner has changed is: how can I fix him/her to where he/she used to be?

If your partner manipulates you, your main problem shouldn’t be how to change them back or fix the ‘broken’ thing — even if it’s for the sake of the relationship.

It’s more of… how can you survive?

Because emotional manipulation does exist. It can destroy your self-worth and add up your past trauma.

Not sure if you’re in one? Let’s take a look at the signs:

When things go down, you get nothing but a silent treatment.

Some behaviors are worth tolerating, but a silent treatment? That’s a deal breaker.

People who like to manipulate others have this tendency; they like to give silent treatment when there’s an issue.

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Anggun Bawi
Hello, Love

writing on trauma, dating and relationships - in the hope that you'll feel less alone on your journey | lives in vancouver 🇨🇦