This week, we're going to continue our discussion about coerce of control and relationships.

If you missed part one, go back and listen to last week's episode before this one.

Welcome back to Savvy Psychologist.

I'm your host, Dr. Monica Johnson.

Every week on this show, I'll help you face life's challenges with evidence-based approaches,

a sympathetic ear and zero judgment.

Last week, I introduced the concept of coerce of relationships and focused on one tactic

that people use to assert control in a relationship, isolation.

This week, let's discuss more tactics and signs that you may be in a coerce of relationship.

A common tactic used in coerce of relationships is micromanaging and rigid rule setting in

the relationship.

Rigid rules often create an environment where the victim lives in fear of making a mistake.

This type of control can manifest itself in a variety of ways, such as rules around

how you dress, what you eat, and who you're allowed to spend time with.

If you're the primary homemaker, your partner may have excessive rules about how the house

should be kept at all times.

You may be in situations where you need to be ready to entertain their friends at a

moment's notice.

Keep in mind that everything is about obeying the other person.

There is little regard for your emotional state, preferences, or well-being.

For example, you may be ill with COVID, but your partner still expects you to cook a

four-course meal for his friends and be on your best behavior.

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