Understanding a Toxic Person's Tactics

If you’ve ever dealt with a toxic person online or in real life, this episode is for you.Josh breaks down a recent Facebook interaction that perfectly illustrates the exhausting tactics toxic people use to wear you down — from word salads to projection, reactive abuse, triangulation, moral superiority, and weaponised vulnerability.You’ll learn:Why you’ll never “win” against a toxic personHow they twist your words, deny reality, and drag you into chaosThe difference between true vulnerability and manipulative victimhoodHow these same toxic tactics show up in cult-like communities and spiritual spacesWhy gray rocking might be the only sane responseIt’s raw, honest, a bit messy — and definitely dysfunctional.Whether you’re healing from family dysfunction, dealing with online trolls, or navigating toxic dynamics in your life, this one will help you feel a little less crazy.00:00 Introduction to Toxic Relationships00:57 Personal Anecdote: The Persistent Commenter04:32 The Facebook Confrontation07:59 Understanding Reactive Abuse17:17 The DAVO Tactic Explained20:01 Confrontation and Gaslighting22:22 Understanding Word Salad23:45 Triangulation in Toxic Relationships25:22 Weaponized Vulnerability29:26 Moral Superiority and Cult-like Behavior36:45 Personal Reflections and Community Building40:55 Final Thoughts and Podcast Wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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