Psychology, asked by shaunakathy, 1 year ago

What is emotionally blackmailing?pls explain to me....

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Answered by jp80842
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In order for someone to emotionally blackmail you, it needs to be someone very close to you that you've opened up to.  They know how much you love them, they know your deepest fears, feelings, secrets.  A person who will use emotional blackmailing is a narcissist by nature, but they may not be consciously aware of it.  

Some things this type of person may say are "If you really loved me....", "After everything I've done for you....", etc.  

Since they know how deeply you care for them, you will likely comply.  This gives them the emotional validation and satisfaction they crave.  

It's a powerful form of manipulation.  Tread carefully, but don't discount the fact that everyone is flawed, and their behavior is likely coming from a place of fear.  Completely honest, emotionally raw communication is needed from both parties to have a chance for emotional well-being.  


Answered by Anonymous
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Emotional blackmail and FOG are terms, popularized by psychotherapist Susan Forward, about controlling people in relationships and the theory that fear, obligation, and guilt (FOG) are the transactional dynamics at play between the controller and the person being controlled
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