Am I Manipulative Quiz -

You want someone to do something they don't want to. You...

Respect their decision

Offer a reasonable explanation for why it's important

Sulk and act disappointed until they give in

Make them feel like they owe you

You want to go out tonight, but your partner wants to stay in. You…

Say you'll go alone but act upset to make them feel guilty

Give them the silent treatment until they change their mind

Suggest a compromise like watching a movie at home

Respect their decision and stay in

Someone gives you constructive criticism. You…

Thank them for their feedback

Reflect on it and see if it's valid

Point out their flaws in retaliation

Get defensive and argue against it

You disagree with someone's opinion. You...

Mock their opinion and make them feel foolish

Respect their right to think differently

Engage in a respectful debate, open to different viewpoints

Make them doubt themselves and their perspective

A coworker receives praise for a project you helped with. You…

Feel happy for their success

Casually mention your contributions to others

Downplay their role and emphasize your own effort

Confront them and demand they give you credit

Your friend is feeling down. You…

Turn the conversation back to your own problems

Listen empathetically and offer support

Try to distract them with something fun

Make them feel worse by comparing their problems to your own (bigger) issues

You're telling a story to friends. You…

Keep it factual and objective

Exaggerate details to make yourself look better

Emphasize the humorous parts

Twist the narrative to make yourself the victim

You compliment someone...

With an ulterior motive in mind

Because you genuinely appreciate something about them

Only if you want something from them

To brighten their day

Someone compliments you. You...

Assume they want something from you

Say "thank you" sincerely

Downplay their compliment and point out your own flaws

Return the compliment

You made a mistake. You…

Own up to it and apologize sincerely

Offer a genuine explanation for what happened

Turn it around and make it seem like it was someone else's fault

Make excuses and blame external factors