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The Catch Phrases of Manipulation in The Coupledom

The Catch Phrases of Manipulation in The Coupledom

By Jill Edelman . February 26, 2015

How can you tell if someone is manipulating you? Let’s see. Are you frequently unsettled and confused after a conversation that didn’t go as you expected? Do you identify with that deer in the headlights scrambling up the shoulder of the road to escape from the semi heading its way? Do you leave conversations with […]

Tone, Look, Word (TLW): Stop the Poison Communication

Tone, Look, Word (TLW): Stop the Poison Communication

By Jill Edelman . October 8, 2012

A Volley of Gunfire Or A Conversation: Negative Communications. There are endless reasons why couples find themselves choosing tones, looks and words that insult, mock, tease and demean their partner. Hurt and angry feelings are no strangers to any relationship. The sarcastic tone, rolling eyes, mouth twisted in a smirk, and words that sting, all […]

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