how do i know if someone is using you?
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['The conversation is always about them. ... ', 'They always let you pick up the check. ... ', 'You always have to come to their rescue. ... ', 'They never say thank you. ... ', "They're always asking for favors. ... ", 'You start to resent them. ... ', 'Your emotional needs are never considered, let alone met.']
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['You feel fear, obligation and guilt. ... ', "You're questioning yourself. ... ", 'There are strings attached. ... ', "You notice the 'foot-in-the-door' and 'door-in-the-face' techniques. ... ", "What to do if you think you're being manipulated."]
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['When you ask them a question or accuse them of being shady, they try to turn the attention back on you. ... ', 'They add loads of uneccessary details to their stories. ... ', 'They suddenly become VERY shifty around their phone/laptop. ... ', 'They get touchy when you ask questions.']
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See if she shows you off. Meaning, see if she actually wants you to meet her friends and family. If she deflects questions about getting together with her friends, she may be using you. A person who is excited to be in an honest relationship will likely want you to meet the other people she cares about.
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Another common sign that someone has been thinking about you in a sexual capacity is if they are getting touchy with you. It might start with a hug or a playful kiss on the check. These are fleeting instances, but you feel that energy when it happens.
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['How to get over a guy who used you.', "#1 Don't be the victim. It's really easy to start thinking, why me? ... ", '#2 You had what they wanted. ... ', "#3 Kindness isn't a weakness. ... ", '#4 What you experienced is true. ... ', "#5 Remind yourself you're lovable. ... ", '#6 Make distance. ... ', '#7 Delete his social media.']
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['She still texts you and sometimes admits that she misses you. ... ', 'She is open to catching up with you. ... ', 'She regularly contacts you without you having to contact her first. ... ', 'She talks about you and the relationship in a positive way.']
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['They Take Advantage Of You. ... ', 'You Are Constantly Waiting On Them. ... ', "They Don't See The Big Picture. ... ", "They'll Do Anything To Defend Their Self-Image. ... ", 'They Are Liars. ... ', "They Aren't Very Giving. ... ", 'They Struggle With Empathy. ... ', "They Don't Have Deep Relationships."]
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['There not interested in your stuff.', "They don't reply texts as they were doing before.", 'They give excuses.', 'They avoid your company.', 'They lie.']
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["He's not dating anyone else. ... ", 'He finds reasons to talk to you. ... ', 'He is always talking about the past. ... ', 'He is trying to make you feel jealous. ... ', "He's still living in your shadow, even when moving forward."]
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['Your ex wants nothing to do with you. ... ', "Your ex insists it's them — and not you. ... ", 'Your ex is mean to you (and/or angry at you) most of the time. ... ', 'Your ex says they will never trust you again. ... ', 'Your only form of contact is through social media.']
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['He Takes Things Slow – Too Slow. ... ', 'He Suddenly Acts Shy And Awkward Around You. ... ', 'He Memorizes Your Routines And Schedules. ... ', 'He Concerns Himself With Your Financial Well-Being. ... ', 'He May Deliberately Ignore You. ... ', 'He Spends More Time With You. ... ', 'His Eyes Will Give Him Away.']
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['He starts inviting you to hang more than usual. ... ', "He's making long-term plans with you. ... ", "He's started touching you more when you're together. ... ", 'You feel sexual tension every time you touch.']
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["Your partner's always busy.", 'Communication has gone quiet.', "They're hanging out with new friends but they're being vague or sneaky about it.", 'If you ask questions, your partner gets angry or defensive.']
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['The conversation is always about them. ... ', 'They always let you pick up the check. ... ', 'You always have to come to their rescue. ... ', 'They never say thank you. ... ', "They're always asking for favors. ... ", 'You start to resent them. ... ', 'Your emotional needs are never considered, let alone met. ... ', 'They never make you feel appreciated.']
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["You're super certain they are stalking you online. ... ", "You've noticed lots of calls from a number you don't recognize. ... ", "They're talking nasty about your new partner. ... ", 'Your ex turns nasty on you. ... ', 'Your ex rings you without reason. ... ', 'Your friends and family tell you that your ex is talking about you.']
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["They Aren't As Thoughtful And Affectionate As They Used To Be. ... ", "They're Being More Selfish And Secretive With Their Money. ... ", "They're Emotionally Withdrawn. ... ", 'They Casually Mention Another Person Constantly. ... ', "They're Reluctant To Hold Your Hand In Public."]