Ava quietly gains allies in her journey, as they begin to note their own observations of emotional coercion surrounding her. As she maps the complex pattern of events on paper, an IT audit reveals hard evidence linking key document changes to Riley, showcasing manipulation tactics at play. For the first time, the story Riley tells has a crack big enough for others to see, prompting questions about control and mind games. <br />In this episode of The Skillful Art of Manipulation, we delve deep into the tactics of covert psychological abuse and emotional coercion that permeate relationships, politics, and the thriller genre. Through Ava's unfolding story, we uncover how alliances can form amidst deception and manipulation, and why recognizing these patterns is crucial for self-defense in real life. Join hosts Joe &amp; Ryan as they unpack these elements, revealing the intricacies of human behavior and the psychology that drives manipulation in complex situations.<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-skillful-art-of-manipulation-mastering-psychology-influence--6340942/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-skillful-art-of-manipulation-mastering-psychology-influence--6340942/support</a>.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>