Manipulation is a subtle kind of control that can appear in personal relationships, the workplace, or also can be seen in social interactions. Manipulators tend to control the thoughts, emotions, and actions of other people for their advantage, sometimes not even being overtly aggressive. Identifying manipulative behaviour is essential to preserve your emotional safety and keep boundaries healthy. Psychology provides understanding of popular trends and successful ways to cope with manipulators. Here are five tips to how to detect the manipulation and then respond to it according to the situation: