Manipulation is intentional force of desire to obtain personal goals. Solar plexus chakra controls personal power and self-worth. Manipulators often target vulnerable and weak-minded individuals. Manipulation is often subtle and starts with small, innocent requests
Standing up for yourself improves mental health and self-worth. It helps set boundaries and defend personal rights. Learning to speak up requires practice and time
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Toxic people change their attitude subtly, making it difficult to understand their behavior. They constantly make excuses and try to please them without realizing it. They manipulate by claiming you owe them something or taking from them. They project their feelings onto others without taking responsibility
Saying "No" is not mandatory and can have negative consequences. Overcommitting can lead to burnout and missed opportunities. It's okay to say "No" sometimes, even if you don't want to
Children may interpret mother's negative behavior as hatred due to neglect or unsupported feelings. Constant criticism from mother can create feelings of unloved and unsupported. Mother's refusal to spend quality time with child may indicate lack of care. Mother's mean behavior or jealousy can create feelings of disdain. Some children develop fears about their mothers from unsupportive parenting