Mar 29 2023 63 mins 1
Jonmichael and Carlie begin to discuss the concept of power and how it can be used in a variety of ways. They discuss how a lack of power can lead to a feeling of being stuck, and the thought of who's running things if I'm not in power. This leads to the discussion of how feeling powerless can lead to manipulation because of someone else's need for control and power.
Jonmichael discusses how in relationships, the person who cares the least has the most control. This is a form of manipulation as the person is aware of their partner's emotions and can use them to their advantage. Jonmichael then references a past experience where they were able to manipulate a situation to make it seem as though it was their boss' idea, and they were able to get their way. The conversation highlights how people can use manipulation to get what they want in relationships, and how it is possible to use someone else's idea or emotions to your advantage.
JM and Carlie discusses how people manipulate others to get what they want. They discuss how people repackage their agenda in order to get people to take the bait, and how this can lead to anxiety and depression as well as a loss of self-perception. They also talk about how manipulation begins in childhood, as children learn how to manipulate their parents to get what they want. They emphasize the importance of being aware of the costs of manipulation and how it can lead to a lack of vulnerability in relationships. They also share personal stories of how they have experienced manipulation on both sides.
Carlie discusses how in a personal relationship, both parties have a certain power over each other due to the knowledge of each other's vulnerabilities. This can be used for manipulation in an argument, where one person can use their knowledge to press the other person's hot buttons to shut down the conversation or distract them from the topic. This can lead to the person whose buttons were pushed feeling out of control and questioning their own sanity. It is a reminder to be aware of the power dynamics in any relationship.
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