Category Archive: Self Esteem

Your opinion, evaluation about yourself.

Apr 30

Three Essentials to Back Off Manipulators

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Understand how manipulation works on you! Don’t let yourself pulled by imposed guilt, shame or anxiety! Be crystal clear about what you want and stand up for it firmly!   Our everyday life is full of manipulation whether we are aware of it or not. Some salesman on the doorway, some doctors, some teachers, some …

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Nov 14

Manipulation Games 4: Iron Fist

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In the “Iron Fist” manipulation game the manipulator threatens you physically or mentally if you don’t do what he wants   In our second meeting, all of a sudden the otherwise charming Larry leaned forward, lifted his finger before his face and began yelling. The problem seemed to me insignificant, but his reaction was way overboard. I …

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Oct 23

Manipulation Games 3: The Constant Victim

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In the “Constant Victim” manipulation game the manipulator plays the martyr to impose the feeling of guilt upon you. Avoiding that you suppose to do what he or she expects you to…   My friend, a struggling small business owner, asked for a reasonable expense: a ballet class for her daughter. Like most other times, talking about money …

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Oct 04

Manipulation Games 2: The Dependent in Charge

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In the “Dependent in Charge” Manipulation Game someone who depends on you plays the role of authority and commands you with the “in charge” attitude    When I moved to my Grandfather’s house who I loved dearly, we had some rocky years. He and his second wife were in their late years. Their health declined …

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