09/08/2026
Manipulative people often try to play off offensive or hurtful comments as "just a joke." If you get upset, they'll accuse you of not being able to take a joke. Jokes are meant to be funny, and even if someone really is joking, they should be understanding if they hurt your feelings and not say anything like that again.
Learn more about common manipulative phrases in our guide at https://themarriagespecialist.com/watch-out-if-someone-uses-any-of-these-manipulative-phrases-on-you/