Manipulators handle their stress like a hot potato:
1. Feeling greedy? They hide behind lies.
2. Jealous? Suddenly, everything’s your fault.
3. Guilty? They say, “I wish you cared enough to listen,” making it YOUR problem.
Sound familiar?
You’re left confused, overwhelmed, and disconnected.
But guess what:
You don’t have to catch their emotional hot potato.
Instead, clearly ask:
“I'm worried about you. Can you tell me exactly how I can help?”
If they won’t say, remind them firmly:
“I can’t guess what you need. You have to tell me clearly.”
Important:
1. Always share responsibility, never carry it alone.
2. Invite them to step up. Their emotions aren’t your full-time job.
Here’s something worth remembering:
Healthy connection starts when everyone carries their own emotional baggage.
You deserve clarity, not confusion.
"Spirituality isn't always about saying yes, sometimes it's saying: "I can't meet that expectation."
Explore the NextSelf Blog. Start with this post explaining the world of souls. And my Youtube. Content is published to this facebook first and a few days later, to the blog.
The blog lists all the difference patterns to study, understanding patterns is how one can develop 'Daas' [felt knowing].
Update: As awe, trust, and love deepen, they can allow greater openness and intimacy with the Creator. That intimacy can include sadness when you notice how much more of His goodness can be revealed.