Am I Manipulative Quiz -

Someone gives you constructive criticism. You…

Thank them for their feedback

Get defensive and argue against it

Point out their flaws in retaliation

Reflect on it and see if it's valid

You compliment someone...

Because you genuinely appreciate something about them

To brighten their day

Only if you want something from them

With an ulterior motive in mind

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

Make them feel like they owe you

Offer a reasonable explanation for why it's important

Respect their decision

Sulk and act disappointed until they give in

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

Confront them and demand they give you credit

Casually mention your contributions to others

Feel happy for their success

Downplay their role and emphasize your own effort

You made a mistake. You…

Own up to it and apologize sincerely

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

Make excuses and blame external factors

Offer a genuine explanation for what happened

Your friend is feeling down. You…

Listen empathetically and offer support

Turn the conversation back to your own problems

Try to distract them with something fun

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

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

Respect their decision and stay in

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

Suggest a compromise like watching a movie at home

Give them the silent treatment until they change their mind

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

Make them doubt themselves and their perspective

Mock their opinion and make them feel foolish

Respect their right to think differently

Engage in a respectful debate, open to different viewpoints

You're telling a story to friends. You…

Twist the narrative to make yourself the victim

Keep it factual and objective

Emphasize the humorous parts

Exaggerate details to make yourself look better

Someone compliments you. You...

Say "thank you" sincerely

Assume they want something from you

Return the compliment

Downplay their compliment and point out your own flaws