How to tell when a partner is being manipulative instead of supportive, writes DrErinLeonard
3. Do you neglect activities your partner disapproves of but jump into endeavors your partner endorses?
For example, Ryan, an avid bowler, participates in two bowling leagues. One league qualifies for an elite tournament. After his partner, Lisa, makes several disparaging comments about bowling, Ryan stops playing. Instead, he takes a part-time job earning money to buy Lisa the expensive handbag she desires. After Lisa collects several designer bags, she breaks up with Brian stating, “You do not spend enough time with me.
Terry spends hours on the phone with Ellie. Ellie is flattered and feels as if he really cares. Ellie opens up and shares her hurt about a close friend, Liz, who talks to her past partners behind her back. Several months after Terry and Ellie start, Terry seems bored and indifferent. Ellie discovers he is also talking to Liz. Terry exploits Ellie’s past hurts in order to disempower her and gain emotional control.
A partner who is true, supports a person’s passions, accomplishments, and pursuits, and displays consistency in actions and words may truly be in love. No one is perfect, so if a person falters or makes a mistake, it's normal. An authentic
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