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Emotional blackmail 101

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Submitted by JRI on Tue, 06/09/2020 - 4:02pm

I think my SD is the undisputed queen of the universe when it comes to emotional blackmail but she might be missing a few nuggets.  Let me know if you have any more.

The bank messed up my account again, Dad.

The doctor says stress is bad for me, Dad.

Everybody hates me, Dad.

It seems like I can't get a break, Dad.

I promise I'll pay you back, Dad.

The electric company is going to turn off my electric, Dad.

My depression is so bad, Dad.

 

 

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Submitted by JRI on Tue, 06/09/2020 - 4:12pm

My car is having trouble, Dad.

I don't have any food, Dad.

I won't be able to get my doctor's call if I can't get my phone turned on, Dad.

I don't have any money for my prescription, Dad.

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Submitted by Merry on Tue, 06/09/2020 - 4:12pm

"I have another flat tire, Dad, so I ... (can't visit, need money, need a ride, need you to handle it because I'm too upset)

"The teacher hates me for no reason. I try so hard."

"Nobody listens to me except YOU, Daddy."

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Submitted by JRI on Tue, 06/09/2020 - 4:15pm

The baby looks just like you, Dad.

Remember the old days, Dad?

You used to be in control of the money, what happened, Dad?

I'll always take care of you, Dad.

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Submitted by JRI on Tue, 06/09/2020 - 5:04pm

I cant stop myself.

My therapist says my anxiety is real bad, Dad.

I'm at the doctor's with the baby and they have to have a copay.  They say you can do it over the phone, Dad.

These money troubles make my bad symptoms flare up, Dad.

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Submitted by Thumper on Tue, 06/09/2020 - 6:02pm

I know a grown woman in her early 50's is like this with her step dad...it's gross.

She sits on his lap and everything.

AND she calls him "DADDY"

So watch out.ladies...YUCK.

So sorry that any of you are dealing with this. ((((HUGS))))))

 

 

 

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Submitted by JRI on Tue, 06/09/2020 - 6:11pm

I guess i should be thankful she isnt sitting on his lap.

There's always something to be thankful  for.   Lol.

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Submitted by Dovina on Wed, 06/10/2020 - 7:09am

This may not fall  in the category of emotional blackmail...but a few years ago princess  SD said "everyday is fathers day" when she told my DH she couldnt see him on fathers day. I mean he is sooooo blessed to work with her everyday. Just warms your heart 

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Submitted by JRI on Wed, 06/10/2020 - 9:37am

Isnt that PRECIOUS?  I wonder if you ever hear:

I have to leave early for this important thing, Dad

I need my pay early, Dad

I can't come in tomorrow, Dad, i think I'm getting a cold.