| Format |
Description |
| Blaming Your Mood On Another |
Acting upset, then denying it, so if the other person objects to your denial you can blame the “probing” for your mood |
| Avoiding Accountability |
Refusing to answer a question, hoping the person will give up trying or will become more aggressive, and subject to accusations of attacking you |
| Getting The Upper Hand In Negotiations |
Maintaining silence during a negotiation in the hopes that the other person will give in to your demands |
| Creating Psychological Insecurity |
Using silence to make someone feel insecure and less equal in the relationship |
| Coercing A Commitment |
Remaining silent to pressure someone into making a commitment |