1. Act like you didn’t notice the manipulation Nothing confuses a manipulator more than no reaction. 2. Respond with softness, not defense He wants chaos. Give him calm. That’s your weapon. 3. Mirror his energy with a smile Let him feel what it’s like to be on the receiving end of his own game. 4. Delay your response every time he creates confusion Confusion is his tool. Time is yours. 5. Say “I understand” and do nothing he expects He craves control. Deny it with sweetness. 6. Compliment him wh