Think your fictional villain is memorable? If they're just "evil," readers will forget them instantly. The most unfor ...

These days one can't help but feel that we are under siege from an onslaught of external manipulation. This got me thinking about whether exploring manipulation in other species could provide any ...

This article follows the Direct Message methodology, designed to cut through the noise and reveal the deeper truths behind the stories we live. Navigating relationships can be complex, especially when ...

Manipulation can cause serious harm to people's mental and emotional (and even physical) well-being. However, some people are so skilled at deceiving others that it's challenging to spot their tactics ...

Work can be stressful enough. When you throw in a colleague or boss who is a master manipulator, it can get even messier. I don’t know about you, but when I worked in the corporate setting, I noticed ...