Manipulation doesn’t always look like control—it often hides behind charm, concern, or even spiritual language. This glossary unpacks the covert tactics used by narcissists, emotionally immature people, institutions, and systems of power to drain your energy and distort your reality. Whether you’ve experienced breadcrumbing, gaslighting, or spiritual blackmail, this guide will help you name the game so you can stop playing it. Awareness isn’t just protection—it’s power.