The ten subtle but damaging tactics emotionally manipulative people use to shrink others, often without being overtly cruel ...

We live in an age where conversation can often feel like a chess match, each move calculated for maximum effect. Ever found yourself walking away from a chat feeling strangely off-kilter? That may be ...

Not everyone has your best intentions in mind. Isolating people from their social circles and even excluding them from conversations is a manipulative tactic that gaslighters and narcissistic people ...

Manipulative people often influence others to gain some personal advantage. They're experts in the art of persuasion.

Manipulative people have mastered the art of deception. They may appear respectable and sincere but often that’s just a facade; it's a way to draw you in and ensnare you in a relationship before they ...

There’s a fine line between influencing someone and manipulating them. The big distinction? Transparency. When you manipulate, you’re trying to get your way while concealing your true motive.

In part 1 of this series on “Ask for Space,” I wrote about the benefits of asking for space from a friendship and how it can lead to a deeper mutual understanding of grievances and the value of ...

We’ve all heard apologies that just don’t feel right. You know that uncomfortable feeling when someone says sorry, but you end up feeling worse afterward? That’s because some apologies aren’t real ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Dr. Lance B. Eliot is a world-renowned AI scientist and consultant. Those masterful manipulators. We’ve all dealt with those ...