Manipulation in Dating

In this episode of 'Outwitting the Manipulator,' hosts Robin Golinski and Dr. Dennis Becker are joined by Liz, who shares her experiences with two types of manipulators: a narcissist and a psychopath. Liz details how she met these men via online dating, the patterns of manipulation she encountered, the emotional and psychological impacts, and her journey towards recognizing and overcoming these toxic relationships. They discuss key signs to look out for in potential manipulators, tips for self-awareness, and strategies for escaping manipulative situations. Liz's story underscores the importance of understanding oneself and the tactics of manipulators in navigating relationships safely. You can find the book, Outwitting the Manipulator, on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Outwitting-Manipulator-Protecting-Yourself-Real-Time/dp/1953806244 Our main website: HTTP://outwitinrealtime.com APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/outwitting-the-manipulator/id1644706232 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4peb6yxqyrYQllAo8c6KTE?si=NbBsepYzSc-FWrwOjHAuCA Topics 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:33 Liz's Story: The Narcissist 05:12 Recognizing Patterns and Vulnerabilities 09:05 Escaping the Narcissist's Control 18:20 Introduction to the Psychopath 21:00 Tactics of Manipulation 21:52 Uncovering the Lies 22:55 Confrontation and Denial 25:48 Breaking Free 28:10 Legal Recourse and Harassment 30:30 Dating Red Flags 34:52 Final Thoughts and Reflections