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What's the best way to deal with emotional blackmail from a partner?

Profile: BraveWings116
BraveWings116 on Jul 31, 2019
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If a partner is emotionally blackmailing you, that is a very unhealthy relationship and to me sounds like verbal abuse. My advice would be to ask yourself if you are happy, truly happy, in the relationship and if it is worth the pain your partner is putting your through. Although I do not know all of the details in your particular situation, I do know one thing; no one deserves to be verbally abused, especially by someone who you hold dear and love. That being said, I hope you can listen to your heart and find your happiness.
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Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jan 2, 2015
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This is a difficult question as it truly depends upon the situation. However, the best way to deal with it is to call it out for what it is - hurtful. Try to talk about the reasons why your partner feels this is necessary. You may need to have a professional counselor help you through this discussion, which is fine. If your partner is not willing to go with you then it would still be helpful for YOU to go for additional coping strategies.
Profile: gentleBeauty54
gentleBeauty54 on Sep 7, 2015
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I am not very good at dealing with emotional blackmailers because they hit every trigger i have and it is so hard for me when it happens! I turn into a coward i know i should fight back and stop it but ten to one i am too afraid to stop it!
Profile: Creativeyes009
Creativeyes009 on May 3, 2016
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You need tonIgnore the situation and don't act in revenge because when you act back it only makes it worse
Profile: bubblingBlossom7024
bubblingBlossom7024 on Jan 10, 2020
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oh la la. It seems like that you stuck in with emotionally abusive partner. usually narcissistic personalities or borderline personality disorder use this tactic to keep their partner. Blackmailing is a pure manipulation and that's totally unhealthy behavior in any kind of relationships. I think you should not deal with it, but to loose the bonds with your partner, unless your partner will start to control you fully and abuse emotionally leading to further a one-way street of sacrifice and compliance. This could be hard but you should regain your freedom and independence. No relationship is worth the cost of emotional and mental wellbeing.
Profile: beju
beju on Oct 19, 2017
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The best way is to empower the self. To create an atmosphere of confidence. To take steps to calm the mind and body and respond with confidence. Some external help can be taken if needed.
Profile: CaringCat94
CaringCat94 on Nov 24, 2017
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I think the best way is to make it clear that you know what your partner is doing and that it is unacceptable. Try to express your own feelings and let them know how their behaviour impacts on you
Profile: Deetas3
Deetas3 on Mar 2, 2018
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Draw strict boundaries and express them clearly to your partner. Stay consistent with this, while showing love and empathy for them, calmly let them know that you will not respond to this form of communication.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Mar 4, 2018
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The best way to deal with emotional blackmail from a partner and by confronting them and telling them that it isn't okay to do it so they can take the time to think about their actions and change if necessary.
Profile: wonderfulfeeling
wonderfulfeeling on Apr 11, 2018
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Ignore it. This is one of the hardest things to do sometimes, but in the long run it will make you a better person. Don't get caught up in the present, get caught up in the future!
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