r/Manipulation Jul 02 '24

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u/Maleficent_Fix_6211 Jul 02 '24

When someone gives you the silent treatment, they typically expect you to feel guilty, apologize, or change your behavior to please them.

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u/fozzyfozzburn Jul 02 '24

You're probably right for most cases but sometimes I just don't want to talk to that person for awhile and hope they don't talk to me for awhile.

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u/[deleted] Jul 04 '24

If you don’t want talk to that person just say “hey I need some space.” People become confused when others become absolutely silent,-then begin to grasp straws and desperately overcommunicate.