Healthy social influence occurs between most people, and is part of the give and take of constructive relationships. In psychological manipulation, one person is used for the benefit of another. The manipulator deliberately creates an imbalance of power, and exploits the victim to serve his or her agenda.
Here are 8 strategies for dealing with manipulative people.
Ignore everything they do and say. ...
Hit their center of gravity. ...
Trust your judgment. ...
Try not to fit in. ...
Stop compromising. ...
Never ask for permission. ...
Create a greater sense of purpose....
Walk away you do not deserve to be "second best..
Find a partner who is in recognition and understanding of your feelings. Shows you are his number one, not second in the "pecking order". Complimentive along with reassurance. If he does not see what is going on along with dismissive of your feelings, think very seriously about staying or moving forward.