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Scenario

When Your Partner Disguises Cruelty as Humor

My boyfriend makes jokes about my weight and appearance in front of other people and when I tell him it hurts he says I am being too sensitive.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Cruelty wrapped in laughter demands the victim participate in their own diminishment.

Your guide for this
Mira
Mira works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Communication With a Partner?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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