Robin is joined by Angela Lanuto, a real estate agent from Hudson Valley, who shares her personal experiences with manipulation. Angela offers invaluable insights and practical advice on recognizing manipulation, setting boundaries, and reclaiming personal power. The discussion delves into childhood experiences, professional relationships, and the impact of manipulative romantic partners. Angela also provides tips for mentally and energetically distancing oneself from manipulators, highlighting the importance of self-love and empowerment. Additionally, the episode touches upon Angela's role in real estate and her efforts in community support and non-profit engagements.

Find Angela at https://angelalanuto.com/

Topics

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

01:07 Early Experiences with Manipulation

03:53 Manipulation in Relationships

05:53 Recognizing and Setting Boundaries

09:50 Intuition and Patterns of Manipulation

13:30 Emotional Impact and Self-Realization

22:43 Recognizing Manipulative Behavior

23:19 Understanding Projection and Passive Aggressiveness

24:01 Dealing with Fear and Control

25:33 The Role of Animals in Detecting Negative Energy

26:47 Empowerment and Self-Protection

27:24 Thinking Like a Manipulator

32:40 The Importance of Self-Love

35:49 Mental Strategies to Block Manipulation

41:09 Angela's Real Estate and Community Involvement

Dennis and Robin delve into the nuances of manipulation during the holiday season. They aim to help listeners avoid becoming targets of various forms of manipulation, including consumer manipulation, family dynamics, and relationship pressure. Key topics discussed include the impact of social media on expectations, the tactics used in holiday marketing, strategies for handling family guilt trips and favoritism, and the psychological nuances behind public proposals during holidays. The hosts provide practical advice on setting boundaries, making plans, and staying in control to ensure a joyful holiday season.

Topics

00:57 Holiday Manipulation: Protecting Yourself

01:38 Consumer Manipulation During Holidays

08:34 Scarcity Tactics and Emotional Manipulation

14:27 Family Dynamics and Guilt Trips

21:11 Building Confidence in Communication

23:55 Navigating Gift Giving Etiquette

27:12 Handling Unwanted Advances

28:54 Dealing with Public Proposals

33:17 Recognizing Manipulative Tactics

36:35 Final Thoughts and Holiday Wishes

Dennis and Robin delve into the nuances of manipulation during the holiday season. They aim to help listeners avoid becoming targets of various forms of manipulation, including consumer manipulation, family dynamics, and relationship pressure. Key topics discussed include the impact of social media on expectations, the tactics used in holiday marketing, strategies for handling family guilt trips and favoritism, and the psychological nuances behind public proposals during holidays. The hosts provide practical advice on setting boundaries, making plans, and staying in control to ensure a joyful holiday season.

Topics

00:57 Holiday Manipulation: Protecting Yourself

01:38 Consumer Manipulation During Holidays

08:34 Scarcity Tactics and Emotional Manipulation

14:27 Family Dynamics and Guilt Trips

21:11 Building Confidence in Communication

23:55 Navigating Gift Giving Etiquette

27:12 Handling Unwanted Advances

28:54 Dealing with Public Proposals

33:17 Recognizing Manipulative Tactics

36:35 Final Thoughts and Holiday Wishes

In this podcast episode, Dr. Dennis Becker and Robin Golinski engage in a candid discussion with Andrew, a guest who shares his personal experiences with manipulation. The conversation delves into the complexities of identifying manipulative behavior, particularly from family members, and the emotional toll it can take. Andrew reflects on his childhood encounters with manipulation from his parents and how these experiences shaped his adult relationships. He emphasizes the difficulty of discerning genuine concern from exploitative behavior, especially as he grapples with mistrust towards others. The episode aims to provide listeners with insights on recognizing manipulation and fostering healthier interactions, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and emotional boundaries in overcoming past traumas.

Topics

00:31 Introducing the Topic of Manipulation

01:08 Special Guest: Andrew's Experience

02:09 Early Signs of Manipulation

04:09 Parental Manipulation

05:26 Emotional Manipulation Tactics

09:34 Navigating Adult Relationships

11:58 Recognizing and Avoiding Manipulators

14:34 Strategies for Self-Protection

19:47 Personal Growth and Moving Forward

29:52 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

The guest is David Yas, founder of The Boston Podcast Network. They discuss various aspects of manipulation in both media and workplace settings. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, David shares his experiences with workplace betrayal and the importance of resilience and self-awareness in overcoming manipulation. The conversation also explores the ethical and creative implications of AI in media, touching on topics like fake news, AI-generated content, and deepfakes. Key insights include recognizing manipulative behavior, understanding cognitive regeneration, and balancing the fun and ethical considerations of AI in content creation. The discussion emphasizes the pervasive nature of manipulation and the need for awareness and guarded trust in personal and professional relationships.

Topics

02:39 David's Story: A Tale of Manipulation

06:04 The Heartbreaking Moment and Its Aftermath

09:29 Recognizing Red Flags and Manipulative Tactics

20:17 The Impact of Manipulation and Moving Forward

24:47 Opening Up Communication

25:25 Handling Difficult Relationships

26:47 Directness vs Diplomacy

28:37 Manipulation in Everyday Life

30:33 Media Manipulation and Fake News

31:54 AI and the Future of Manipulation

33:41 The Ethics of AI-Generated Content

38:49 Concluding Thoughts on Manipulation

In this episode, Dr. Dennis Becker and Robin Golinski explore the role of curiosity in protecting oneself from manipulation. They discuss how curiosity, a natural human trait, can serve as a critical tool for self-protection, while also being a tactic used by manipulators. The hosts highlight the importance of being curious, courageous, and asking questions (CCQ) to remain vigilant against manipulation. They discuss how societal factors, like technology, affect curiosity and underscore the need to develop a curious mindset. They also cover how manipulators exploit curiosity to control and discourage one's inquisitiveness. The episode concludes with strategies to maintain curiosity and counteract manipulation effectively.

Topics

• 01:06 Today's Topic: Curiosity

In this episode, Dr. Dennis Becker and Robin Golinski delve into the intricate topic of manipulation, focusing on the aspect of blame. They discuss how manipulators use blame subtly to condition others into accepting responsibility for things that are not their fault. Robin shares her personal experience with a utility company's customer service representative to illustrate the pervasive nature of unwarranted apologies. They emphasize the importance of not internalizing blame and using assertive language to protect oneself from manipulative tactics. The discussion also explores alternative ways to express empathy without taking on blame and practical advice for managing relationships with manipulators. The episode aims to provide insights and tools for listeners to stand firm against manipulative behaviors.

In this episode, Dr. Dennis Becker and Robin Golinski discuss the importance of not tolerating manipulative communication. They explore what it means to show intolerance toward manipulative behaviors and how this affects your personal and professional life. They guide listeners through seven thought-provoking questions designed to help identify and set boundaries against various forms of manipulation. The conversation emphasizes the significance of recognizing manipulative patterns and acting decisively to not endorse such behavior. Throughout, the hosts provide practical examples and advice on handling manipulators effectively.

In this episode, Dr. Dennis Becker and Robin Golinski discuss the intricacies of manipulation, focusing specifically on the concepts of 'tests' and 'traps.' They explain how manipulators test their targets' compliance and set up traps to control them. The discussion includes real-life examples, the importance of recognizing patterns, and tips for protecting oneself from these tactics. They emphasize the need for awareness and intuition to identify manipulative behavior effectively.

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Topics

01:10 Understanding Manipulation: Tests and Traps

03:07 Examples of Compliance Tests

09:09 Physical and Verbal Manipulation Tactics

15:35 Recognizing and Responding to Manipulation

30:18 Conclusion and Contact Information

Dr. Dennis Becker and Robin Golinski delve into the topic of manipulation and explore whether there can be any positive aspects to it. Robin shares her personal experiences with manipulation, detailing how these challenges have strengthened her resilience and competence. They discuss the importance of standing up for oneself, the concept of choice, and the idea that manipulation can teach invaluable lessons about self-advocacy and personal boundaries. Together, they encourage listeners to recognize their own power in overcoming manipulative situations and offer insights and tactics to develop confidence and resilience.

Topics

01:12 Exploring Manipulation: A New Perspective

02:39 The Prevalence of Manipulators in Society

04:31 Personal Experiences with Manipulation

10:40 The Concept of Resiliency

15:21 Interpersonal Manipulation and Competence

17:31 Realizing the Impact of Manipulation

18:47 High School Revelation

20:20 The Long Process of Self-Discovery

23:23 Therapy and Turning Points

26:59 Finding Strength Through Manipulation

29:58 Empowerment and Making Choices

33:53 Final Thoughts and Encouragement