If you're wondering how to deal with manipulative people, it's probably because you have a master manipulator in your life. Toxic people like narcissists, borderlines, addicts, and bullies are very good at triggering your empathy, pulling your strings, and it's difficult to know how to navigate. Keep toxic relationships at a distance, help protect you as you heal, and regain peace. If you're a people pleaser, an empath, or simply an agreeable nice person, you might be attracting manipulative people. Learn why people manipulate, why you attract manipulative people, and exactly how to deal with a manipulative person. You'll learn how healthy boundaries help you avoid toxic people, and what to expect when you try to stop being manipulated. Learn about crab pot theory, also known as crab bucket mentality, and how this relates to healing from dysfunction, codependency, and abuse.