emotional manipulation Archives - Surviving Narcissism

Isolating You: Recognising the Red Flags of Narcissistic Abuse (card 38)

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Isolation is a common tactic in narcissistic abuse. Learn to recognise the signs and take proactive steps to reconnect with your support network and reclaim your independence.

Lack of Boundaries: How Narcissists Violate Personal Space (card 37)

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A narcissist’s lack of boundaries is a major red flag in relationships. Discover how this behaviour manifests and ways to protect yourself from manipulation and emotional harm.

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Recognising Quick Intimacy: A Sign of Narcissistic Abuse (card 34)

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“Quick Intimacy” explores how narcissists rush emotional or physical closeness as a manipulation tactic. Learn to recognise this red flag, protect your boundaries, and reclaim your emotional freedom by identifying these toxic behaviours early on.

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Breaking Free from Narcissistic Control: Red Flags and Healing (card 33)

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Explore how narcissists use control to manipulate relationships and learn how to recognise these red flags to regain your freedom. Understand the signs of coercion and manipulation, and empower yourself with strategies to heal and set boundaries

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Extreme Charm: A Narcissist’s Weapon of Manipulation (card 32)

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Extreme charm may seem flattering, but it can be a powerful tool in a narcissist’s manipulation tactics. Learn how to recognise this red flag and protect yourself from being lured into toxic relationships.

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Lack of Empathy: A Key Red Flag in Narcissistic Behaviour (card 31)

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Discover how the lack of empathy is a major red flag in narcissistic relationships. Learn to recognise this behaviour and take steps to protect your emotional well-being through self-compassion and boundary-setting.

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Narcissists and Hoovering: How They Pull You Back In (card 10)

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Hoovering is one of the narcissist’s most effective manipulation tactics. In this post, we explore how they use it to regain control and keep you in their toxic cycle—and, most importantly, how you can break free for good.

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Smear Campaigns: The Narcissist’s Favourite Manipulation Tactic (card 9)

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Smear campaigns are a manipulative tool narcissists use to damage your reputation. In this blog, discover how to cope, set boundaries, and begin healing. Learn how to protect yourself and rebuild after facing this toxic tactic.

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Future Faking: How Narcissists Manipulate with Empty Promises (card 7)

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Future faking is a subtle yet powerful manipulation tactic used by narcissists. In this post, we explore the signs, emotional impacts, and steps to break free from this trap, based on card seven of the Surviving Narcissism Card Deck.

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Blame Shifting: Narcissists Deflect Responsibility and Control You (card 6)

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Card six from the Surviving Narcissism deck explains common narcissistic tactic to avoid responsibility and make you question yourself. In this post, learn how to recognise blame shifting and protect yourself from emotional manipulation.

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