Predators

 

Ako na noon an motabi? According to Pedersen (2022) If the controlling and narcissistic behaviors continue and affect your self-esteem or autonomy, consider leaving. For instance, if your manager/supervisor is constantly micromanaging or belittling you, it’s probably time look for another job.

Have you ever wondered what makes controlling people tick?

Controlling people often prey upon those they’re closest to, taking advantage of others’ introversion, submissive tendencies, or simple good faith. Controlling people tend to prey on the kindest folks they can find.

Being manipulated, used, or controlled by another person can lead to a number of harmful effects. Some may be so subtle, that you don’t realize until you’re cemented into a toxic, controlling relationship with your friend, coworker, or partner.

Eventually, if someone feels truly and strongly that they have little free choice of their own and always have to be doing what the other person wants, they will long to break free. They will feel restrained, contained, and restricted and thus, will feel an urge to escape, act out, or even leave (Meredith, 2021).

But what about letting them realize their insanity? Isn’t it unfair to be victimized all the time?

When coercive control becomes a pattern of behavior, it’s considered abuse. One must never have to accept abuse to happen in a person’s life.

Patricia Evans, author of Controlling People: How to Recognize, Understand and Deal with People Who Try to Control You, told BBC it's "crucial to listen for ways a controlling person tries to enter your mind and dictate your reality." Stop giving them the pleasure of succeeding.

Since most of them have psychological issues, why not allow them to be stewed by their own toxicity? If they are unkind to us, we can as well be mean, right?

Sometimes, the preys must also fight the predators.