The Dark Art of Triangulation
They don’t just manipulate you, they triangulate you. And it cuts deeper than you think.
It starts subtly. A parent compares you to your sibling. A partner casually drops what “their friend” thinks about your behavior. A boss says, “People are concerned about your attitude.” You're confused. Disoriented. That’s not feedback, it’s psychological warfare. Welcome to the brutal reality of triangulation.
This isn’t just manipulation, it’s soul sabotage.
What Is Triangulation?
Triangulation is a psychological tactic where the narcissist pulls in a third person to control the narrative and isolate their target. But it’s not just meddling, it's strategic emotional erosion. The narcissist uses others to: