Are You Being Guilt-Tripped? Here’s How to Push Back

Learn how to recognise, handle and push back against guilt trips to maintain your self-esteem and respect in relationships.

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Have you ever felt like someone is trying to make you feel bad on purpose? If yes, then you might be experiencing what's known as a guilt trip. It's when someone tries to make you feel guilty so that you'll do what they want. It can be pretty unsettling, especially if it comes from someone close to you like a friend or family member. What is a Guilt Trip? A guilt trip is a form of emotional manipulation. Someone makes you feel responsible for their feelings or circumstances, even when it's not your fault. For example, a friend might say,...
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