11. Shore up your sense of strength.
Controllers can drain your energy and undermine your sense of self-worth. Take extra measures to preserve your physical and emotional energy.
12. Know what you’re giving up in the “barter” exchange.
A controller wants power, undue influence over you, and “permission” to bully you. When you acquiesce, you give up peace of mind, independence, and self-respect. What else?
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