Episode 185: Unusual Signs of Emotional Abuse You’ve Probably Never Heard OfEpisode 185: Unusual Signs of Emotional Abuse You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast
Allison K. Dagney explores subtle yet damaging signs of emotional abuse like triangulation and negging, providing insights into recognising and addressing these behaviours.
14:35•14 Oct 2025
Uncovering Hidden Signs of Emotional Abuse
Episode Overview
- Emotional abuse can be subtle yet deeply damaging.
- Triangulation creates insecurity and jealousy in relationships.
- Word salad is used to confuse and disorient victims.
- The intrusive stare is an intimidation tactic.
- Negging undermines confidence through backhanded compliments.
“"Confusion in a relationship is a huge red flag. Love should not feel like constant second guessing."”
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? In this episode of The Emotional Abuse Recovery Podcast, Allison K. Dagney dives into the subtle yet destructive signs of emotional abuse that often fly under the radar. As a survivor herself, Allison shares her experiences with tactics like triangulation, word salad, the intrusive stare, and negging. These behaviours, she explains, can be as damaging as physical abuse, leaving deep emotional scars.
By understanding these tactics, listeners can better recognise and address emotional abuse in their own lives or support others who might be experiencing it. Allison also highlights the importance of recognising confusion in relationships as a red flag, urging listeners to trust their instincts. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of emotional abuse and its impact. How can recognising these signs help you or someone you know? Tune in to find out.
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