TIL 587: Manipulative Tactics (feat. Bryan Sayers)

TIL 587: Manipulative Tactics (feat. Bryan Sayers)

Author: Association of Certified Biblical Counselors September 28, 2026 Duration: 14:17

Chapters

  • 00:00 Technical Difficulties
  • 04:00 Introduction and Background
  • 05:00 Understanding Manipulation
  • 06:06 Defining Manipulation
  • 11:02 Common Manipulative Tactics
  • 12:30 Strategies for Addressing Manipulation

Additional Resources:
Committed to Care - Statement and Framework on Abuse

Resources by Bryan:
Help! I’m Being Manipulated (LifeLine Mini-books)
Blog Posts at ACBC


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