It's Manipulation and You Don't Even Know It

How to deactivate emotional traps in every aspect of your life

Emotional manipulation is everywhere—in our relationships, families, workplaces, and even in the digital and political spheres. Yet, it often operates so subtly that we fail to recognize it. This book unveils the hidden dynamics of manipulation, helping us identify, understand, and neutralize its impact while
strengthening our emotional autonomy.

Unlike other books that focus solely on narcissistic manipulators, It’s Manipulation, and You Don’t Even Know It broadens the scope. With a sharp yet accessible approach, psychologist Claudia Nicolasa presents the ultimate guide to breaking free from wicked games, setting healthier boundaries, and cultivating more authentic relationships. In doing so, she identifies three distinct types of manipulators:

• Dark manipulators – those with harmful intentions, including narcissists.
• Gray manipulators – everyday individuals who, often without malice, use manipulation in daily life.
• White manipulators – those who choose persuasion over manipulation.

But can we ever escape manipulation entirely? Or is it an inevitable part of human interaction? By exposing the psychological mechanisms behind manipulation, this book not only helps readers defend themselves but also prompts deeper reflection on the ways we all, knowingly or not, influence others.