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Manipulators often use guilt to control others from "summary" of Dark Psychology by Jonathan Mind
Manipulators are masters at using guilt as a weapon to manipulate and control others. They have a keen understanding of human emotions and know just how to push the right buttons to make their targets feel guilty. By making others feel guilty, manipulators can easily get them to do what they want, as guilt is a powerful motivator. One of the ways manipulators use guilt is by employing emotional blackmail. They may use tactics such as playing the victim, making their targets feel responsible for their negative emotions, or making them feel guilty for setting boundaries. This can make the target feel obligated to comply with the manipulator's demands in order to alleviate their guilt. Another common tactic manipulators use is gaslighting, where they twist the truth and make their targets doubt their own perception of reality. By making their targets question their memory or sanity, manipulators can make them feel guilty for even questioning the manipulator's intentions. This can lead the target to second-guess themselves and ultimately give in to the manipulator's control. Manipulators also use guilt to maintain power and control in relationships. By constantly making their targets feel guilty for not meeting their expectations or for expressing their own needs and desires, manipulators can keep them in a state of submission. This creates a dynamic where the target is always seeking the manipulator's approval and validation, further solidifying the manipulator's control over them.- Guilt is a potent tool that manipulators use to control others. By exploiting their targets' emotions and using tactics such as emotional blackmail, gaslighting, and guilt-tripping, manipulators can easily manipulate others into doing their bidding. It is important to be aware of these tactics and learn how to recognize and resist manipulation in order to protect oneself from falling victim to guilt-based control.
