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Your loved one was authentic in his or her feelings…

“Your loved one was authentic in his or her feelings towards the other person. However, your loved one met a con-artist. The other person only pretended to have feelings for your loved one and strategically set up the entire "relationship" in order to meet her or his own abusive needs. Toxic people…” quote by Shannon Thomas
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““Your loved one was authentic in his or her feelings towards the other person. However, your loved one met a con-artist. The other person only pretended to have feelings for your loved one and strategically set up the entire "relationship" in order to meet her or his own abusive needs.   Toxic people derive great entertainment out of taking a healthy and happy person (your loved one) and completely ruining their life. Hard to imagine, right? As a therapist, I can tell you it is 100% true.””

Shannon Thomas

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A con‑artist manipulates a trusting partner, exploiting emotional vulnerability for abusive purposes, highlighting how toxic individuals thrive on ruining others' lives.

In simple terms: Manipulative people exploit love for abuse.

Key Takeaway

Beware of deceitful partners and protect emotional health.

Themes

trust manipulation abuse vulnerability

Mood

cautious empathetic

Type

psychological advice

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • therapy
  • friendships
  • online interactions

Key Concepts

Psychology toxic relationships emotional safety

Questions to Reflect On

  • What signs indicate a partner may be manipulative?
  • How can you support someone who’s been deceived?
A Different Perspective

Not all relationships are abusive; context matters.

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