It is not our fault that we become involved in a manipulative relationship. In the beginning everything might seem perfect but later you may notice signs which show that your partner is too controlling.
The below mentioned signs can help you recognize if you are in a manipulative relationship or not.
- You don’t have much control over your own life. When you are in a manipulative relationship, your partner seems to control everything related to your life – how much time you spend with your friends, where you spend your money, how often you use your car and how much time you spend on your hobbies.
- They are rarely nurturing or supportive. Although we want to have a partner who is supportive, psychologists have found out that we actually look for someone who would be similar to us. It has also been proven that women who are manipulative are attracted to manipulative men, too.
- They don’t seem committed. Manipulative people see their partners as conquests. When they win their hearts, they move on to the next person. If your partner cheats on you and doesn’t even hide it, he is definitely a manipulator. He knows what to say in order to get what he wants but he doesn’t necessarily mean all those things.
- They have difficulty handling their emotions. Manipulative people don’t like to show their emotions. They also don’t know how to deal with sadness, anger and anxiety. They often show outbursts because they keep all their emotions inside. Manipulative partners often threaten their partners which can make them feel scared. If you notice these signs, it is best to ask for help and end such a relationship.
- You find yourself doing things which you don’t enjoy. Manipulative people can easily talk you into doing something which is against your morals and values. If you realize that you often do things which you don’t like, you are in a manipulative relationship.
