FYI - not that this is current happening but it has previously

https://www.insider.com/signs-of-manipulation?fbclid=IwAR2vpQxO-tfs9idosmffAuWIpBSjkZgcGtH6E7oFKDCST

"Emotional manipulation occurs when an abusive or manipulative person employs specific tactics and strategies in order to control, have power over, or victimize another person," says Janika Veasley, LMFT, founder of Amavi Therapy Center. This can result in unhealthy codependent patterns, minimizing feelings, difficulty enforcing boundaries, and trust issues.  Sadly, emotional abuse is not uncommon. A 2011 CDC survey found that 47.1% of women and 46.5% of men have experienced psychological aggression in a relationship.  It's important to be aware of the signs of emotional manipulation and abuse so you'll know if your relationship is taking an unhealthy and potentially dangerous turn.

Emotional manipulation should be taken very seriously, and you should not ignore these signs.