When your happiness depends on and maybe even drains another person

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How to be direct about someone's hurtful behavior without being confrontational

You're allowed to tell someone they're hurting you — and if you feel stuck because you avoid conflict or keep punishing with silence, I've been there and will show you how to say it plainly so you know whether they change or reveal who they really are. 

Always take what sounds like a threat seriously

People who threaten, belittle, or use "jokes" about violence are practicing control, and they will gaslight you into submission if you don't take their threats or "jokes" seriously. Don't reward coercion with compliance. 

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