Outwitting the Manipulator

The Importance of Listening

Robin and Dennis wrap up season 1 by discussing the importance of listening -- and share six active-listening techniques that anyone can use.

Techniques You Can Use Against Manipulators

In earlier episodes Robin and Dennis addressed the tactics that the manipulator does to you. Now they reveal techniques that you can use against the manipulator to protect yourself as it's happening. For all of the resources mentioned in this episode please visit https://www.outwitinrealtime.com/

Paralanguage: Manipulation by Facial Expression

The topic is non-verbal approval and disapproval, or the manipulative tactics of "paralanguage," all of those moments where you are actually communicating without talking.

Redefining Reality: Yes, You Are Losing Your Mind!

Dennis and Robin discuss gaslighting; the creation of self-doubt; and reframing past events, three of the tactics manipulators often use.

Invalidation and Dictating Feelings

Two tactics that have huge consequences for your mindset: Invalidation and dictating feelings. For more info on Robin and Dennis please visit: www.outwitinrealtime.comFor the book Outwitting the Manipulator: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1953806244/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_S8YEHV3QCZD3AQ2P0RP9?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

‘Love Bombing’ and Other Manipulative Tactics

In this episode Robin and Dennis discuss three common tactics used in manipulation: "love bombing"; calculation and planning; and hurt and rescue.

Contextual Tactics of the Manipulator

Robin and Dennis tackle the contextual tactics of the manipulator and their use of surrogates. For more info on Robin and Dennis please visit: www.outwitinrealtime.comFor the book Outwitting the Manipulator: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1953806244/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_S8YEHV3QCZD3AQ2P0RP9?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Common Conversation Manipulations

Robin and Dennis discuss the five most common methods of manipulation in conversation, how they are used in concert, and how to escape them. For more info on Robin and Dennis please visit: www.outwitinrealtime.comFor the book Outwitting the Manipulator: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1953806244/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_S8YEHV3QCZD3AQ2P0RP9?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Humor Hurts

Robin and Dennis discuss humor as a manipulation tactic. Humor can make you feel loved and happy, but it can also be a powerful weapon in the world of manipulation. The dangers of irony, sarcasm and more.For more info on Robin and Dennis please visit: www.outwitinrealtime.comFor the book Outwitting the Manipulator: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1953806244/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_S8YEHV3QCZD3AQ2P0RP9?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

The Four Most Terrible Tactics Used To Manipulate

In this episode Robin and Dennis discuss the four most terrible tactics used to manipulate (blame, bullying, name-calling and public humiliation) and the ways to avoid them.For more info on Robin and Dennis please visit: www.outwitinrealtime.comFor the book Outwitting the Manipulator: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1953806244/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_S8YEHV3QCZD3AQ2P0RP9?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1