Jealousy, fear of loss and trust

“Near ‑Distance Understand ‑ conflicts in relations with Borderline ‑Symptomatics – and deal with them constructively.”

There is jealousy that comes and goes: a short pull in the stomach, a thought like ‘Okay … why is this triggering me right now?’ – and then it settles down again. And there's jealousy that feels like a state of alarm. Not as a ‘drama for attention’, but as a real danger: as if it became clear in seconds that you would be replaced, abandoned or devalued immediately.

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How to recognize emotional manipulation

‘Learn how to recognise emotional manipulation, understand typical tactics and clearly define yourself – for healthy, respectful relationships.’

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Do you know the feeling that you suddenly feel guilty after a conversation without knowing exactly why? You haven't done anything wrong, and yet you doubt yourself. You may have spoken to a person who manipulates you – without you noticing. Emotional manipulation is often subtle, but it can have profound effects on our self-esteem and relationships. In this article, you'll learn how to recognize emotional manipulation, how to arrange it, and what to do about it.

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