Know the most common used by toxic people and how they express emotional manipulation, control and lack of empathy
From the Machiavellian plots of classical literature to modern relationships in social networks and work environments, emotional manipulation has always found in words its main ally.
The sentences we will unravel below reveal much more than simple words, are subtle strategies to undermine, establish guilt and keep the other person under control.
10 phrases that a toxic person usually uses quite often
“You’re exaggerating.”
One of the most subtle forms of invalidating emotions, this expression seeks to distort its perception of reality and delegitimize its feeling.
“You’re crazy.”
A direct attack on your sanity, used to sow doubts about your rationality.
“It was a joke.”
Offensive comment disguised as a joke, making it difficult to defend without seeming “without a sense of humor”.
“If you really loved me, I would do that for me.”
Classical manipulation that transforms love into obligation, generating emotional guilt.
“I’m just saying that because I love you.”
False justification for disguised criticism, trading control as care.
“It’s your fault.”
Device to divert responsibility, and often distort the focus of the real problem.
“I’m like that, and if you don’t like it, your problem.”
Declaration of immutability used to justify behavior that exceeds limits.
“Everyone says you are wrong.”
Social pressure tactic that undermines your confidence, making you question your own opinion.
“You never…” / “You always…”
Harmful generalizations that promote a distorted and permanent view of you as a person.
“It was nothing, it was just a joke” or “it’s for your own good.”
Ways to minimize your feelings or impose emotional control; both dilute their autonomy.
Importance of recognizing these phrases, and how to react
According to Psychology, these types of expressions are inserted in sophisticated forms of emotional manipulation and gaslighting, techniques that aim to destabilize those on the other side of the conversation.
Identifying these sentences allows you to maintain firmer limits and protect your mental health.
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