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#emotional-manipulation

Digital life

Their Parents Are Giving Money to Scammers. They Can't Stop Them.

Many elderly individuals fall victim to online fraud through emotional manipulation, leading to devastating financial losses.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

2 days ago

Parenting

Asking Eric: My mother seems jealous of the attention to my injured son

Navigating family care dynamics can be emotionally complex, especially amidst personal crises.

11 months ago

Books

My mother-in-law pushes to spend more time with our baby. How can I keep her at arm's length? | Leading questions

Feeling emotionally manipulated by mother-in-law post-childbirth, struggling with setting boundaries and maintaining a relationship for daughter's sake.

Everyday cooking

People Are Calling Out "Normal" Things Families Do That Are Actually Toxic, And It's Spot On

Narcissistic mothers create chaos within families, insisting on attention and control, often alienating those around them.

fromwww.nytimes.com

Digital life

Their Parents Are Giving Money to Scammers. They Can't Stop Them.

Many elderly individuals fall victim to online fraud through emotional manipulation, leading to devastating financial losses.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

2 days ago

Parenting

Asking Eric: My mother seems jealous of the attention to my injured son

Navigating family care dynamics can be emotionally complex, especially amidst personal crises.

11 months ago

Books

My mother-in-law pushes to spend more time with our baby. How can I keep her at arm's length? | Leading questions

Feeling emotionally manipulated by mother-in-law post-childbirth, struggling with setting boundaries and maintaining a relationship for daughter's sake.

more#family-dynamics

Artificial intelligence

fromTechCrunch

Character.AI unveils AvatarFX, an AI video model to create lifelike chatbots | TechCrunch

Character.AI's new AvatarFX model brings both innovative video capabilities and serious ethical concerns around misuse.

How to Heal From Narcissistic Abuse

Narcissistic abuse impacts emotional and physical health, leaving lasting scars.

Jungian depth psychology reveals the internalized abuse narratives of survivors and helps identify triggers.

fromBusiness Insider

Miscellaneous

Here's how to stop an argument with a narcissist from spinning out of control

Understanding narcissists' warning signs can help navigate arguments effectively.

Narcissists often react disproportionately, leading to unhealthy relationship dynamics.

Conflicts with narcissists can be frustrating and feel unproductive.

OMG science

When You Love a Psychopath: 4 Phases and 4 Repercussions

Narcissistic psychopaths use charm and manipulation to create deep emotional bonds with their partners while lacking genuine empathy.

Mental health

How to Heal From Narcissistic Abuse

Narcissistic abuse impacts emotional and physical health, leaving lasting scars.

Jungian depth psychology reveals the internalized abuse narratives of survivors and helps identify triggers.

fromBusiness Insider

Miscellaneous

Here's how to stop an argument with a narcissist from spinning out of control

Understanding narcissists' warning signs can help navigate arguments effectively.

Narcissists often react disproportionately, leading to unhealthy relationship dynamics.

Conflicts with narcissists can be frustrating and feel unproductive.

OMG science

When You Love a Psychopath: 4 Phases and 4 Repercussions

Narcissistic psychopaths use charm and manipulation to create deep emotional bonds with their partners while lacking genuine empathy.

more#psychology

philosophy

fromA Philosopher's Blog

The Political Value of Mass Shootings

Republicans often exploit emotional situations, asserting it's not the right time for gun control, while ironically neglecting consistent principles of deliberation.

#relationships

Writing

I indulged in a lot of self-harm': UK woman tells of damaging spy cop' relationship

Undercover police officers have been known to maintain long-term intimate relationships without revealing their identities, causing significant emotional harm.

Relationships

People Are Sharing Why They Rejected Marriage Proposals, And These Stories Have Me Gagged

Proposals can lead to significant emotional turmoil, highlighting issues of manipulation and the complexity of relationships, especially when expectations diverge.

fromBustle

OMG science

So, Why Do Cancer Men Act Like That?

Cancers are perceived as both nurturing and emotionally volatile, with their behavior depending on the context.

Writing

I indulged in a lot of self-harm': UK woman tells of damaging spy cop' relationship

Undercover police officers have been known to maintain long-term intimate relationships without revealing their identities, causing significant emotional harm.

Relationships

People Are Sharing Why They Rejected Marriage Proposals, And These Stories Have Me Gagged

Proposals can lead to significant emotional turmoil, highlighting issues of manipulation and the complexity of relationships, especially when expectations diverge.

fromBustle

OMG science

So, Why Do Cancer Men Act Like That?

Cancers are perceived as both nurturing and emotionally volatile, with their behavior depending on the context.

more#relationships

fromDatebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide

2 weeks ago

Parenting

This Woman Just Found Out That Her Husband Has Been Purposely Tightening All Of Her Jar Lids For The Last Five Years. Now, She's Divorcing Him For Gaslighting Her

A woman considers divorce over her husband's compulsive behavior of excessively tightening jar lids, reflecting deeper relational issues.

Film

3 weeks ago

'Drop' review: Absurd, brazen and surprisingly entertaining

'Drop' embodies the essence of cinema through its manipulative yet irresistible storytelling, engaging audiences at their core emotional level.

Artificial intelligence

fromSlashGear

The Most Shameful Uses Of AI In Commercials In 2025 - SlashGear

AI's representation at Super Bowl 59 reveals both innovation and ethical dilemmas regarding its impact on human jobs and emotional well-being.

#domestic-abuse

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Writing

Nesting by Roisin O'Donnell review a dread-stoking domestic abuse drama

Escaping an abusive relationship is challenging, especially in Dublin's housing crisis, as highlighted in Ciara Fay's story in Roisin O'Donnell's debut novel.

6 months ago

UK news

Challenging the myths and misconceptions around domestic abuse

Domestic abuse is multifaceted and often unseen, requiring greater awareness and understanding.

The Brick by Brick campaign seeks community support to finance a safe haven for survivors.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Writing

Nesting by Roisin O'Donnell review a dread-stoking domestic abuse drama

Escaping an abusive relationship is challenging, especially in Dublin's housing crisis, as highlighted in Ciara Fay's story in Roisin O'Donnell's debut novel.

6 months ago

UK news

Challenging the myths and misconceptions around domestic abuse

Domestic abuse is multifaceted and often unseen, requiring greater awareness and understanding.

The Brick by Brick campaign seeks community support to finance a safe haven for survivors.

more#domestic-abuse

fromCalm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being

Mental health

Hoovering: What Is It, Why Narcissists Do It, and How to Respond

Hoovering is a manipulative tactic used primarily by narcissists to keep individuals from leaving relationships.

#online-scams

Miscellaneous

Woman hands 800,000 to scammers after fake Brad Pitt convinces her to divorce husband and marry him instead

A woman lost €830,000 to a fake Brad Pitt, believing in a romantic online relationship.

Miscellaneous

The 2 Johnnies reveal new twist in GAA Catfish saga as pair say they felt 'compelled to act'

The article highlights the emotional toll and deception involved in a catfishing case that affected multiple victims, including notable individuals.

Miscellaneous

Woman hands 800,000 to scammers after fake Brad Pitt convinces her to divorce husband and marry him instead

A woman lost €830,000 to a fake Brad Pitt, believing in a romantic online relationship.

Miscellaneous

The 2 Johnnies reveal new twist in GAA Catfish saga as pair say they felt 'compelled to act'

The article highlights the emotional toll and deception involved in a catfishing case that affected multiple victims, including notable individuals.

more#online-scams

#family-relationships

Writing

I never want you around your grandchild': the families torn apart when adult children decide to go no contact'

Estrangement is a widespread issue in families, often led by emotional manipulation and volatile relationships.

fromTiny Buddha

Writing

The Silent Struggle: When Saying "No" Is Not That Simple - Tiny Buddha

Saying 'no' in a controlling relationship can lead to emotional manipulation and a struggle for personal autonomy.

Writing

I never want you around your grandchild': the families torn apart when adult children decide to go no contact'

Estrangement is a widespread issue in families, often led by emotional manipulation and volatile relationships.

fromTiny Buddha

more#family-relationships

Writing

The Silent Struggle: When Saying "No" Is Not That Simple - Tiny Buddha

Saying 'no' in a controlling relationship can lead to emotional manipulation and a struggle for personal autonomy.

Miscellaneous

Why Freedom and Love Are the Only True Paths to Autonomy

Modern society exemplifies Deleuze's 'control society' through technology and media that manipulate behaviors and perceptions while fostering a false sense of autonomy.

#fraud

Privacy professionals

Woman loses nearly $1 million life savings in 'pig butchering' scam

Victims of 'pig butchering' scams risk losing life savings as scammers build trust over time before abruptly stealing from them.

Women in technology

Spanish police arrest five people over fake Brad Pitt scam

Five individuals were arrested in Spain for scamming two women out of €325,000 by posing as Brad Pitt online.

Privacy professionals

83-year-old East Bay woman loses nearly $50K in Coinstar, Coinme scam

Beware of emotional scams that impersonate family members, as they can lead to significant financial loss.

Privacy professionals

Woman loses nearly $1 million life savings in 'pig butchering' scam

Victims of 'pig butchering' scams risk losing life savings as scammers build trust over time before abruptly stealing from them.

Women in technology

Spanish police arrest five people over fake Brad Pitt scam

Five individuals were arrested in Spain for scamming two women out of €325,000 by posing as Brad Pitt online.

Privacy professionals

83-year-old East Bay woman loses nearly $50K in Coinstar, Coinme scam

Beware of emotional scams that impersonate family members, as they can lead to significant financial loss.

more#fraud