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Everybody Loves Your Money
Everybody Loves Your Money
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Brandon Marcus

12 Relationship Games People Play When They Want to Avoid Responsibility

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Some people dodge responsibility with the grace of professional magicians—now you see accountability, now you don’t. One moment the conversation is serious, grounded, heading toward resolution… and the next, it’s like you’ve stepped into an emotional escape room with no clues and no exits. These games aren’t always intentional, but they’re incredibly common and unbelievably frustrating. They create confusion, derail honest communication, and leave one partner feeling like they’re doing the emotional heavy lifting while the other slips through the cracks.  If you’ve ever felt like you’re in a relationship argument with a ghost, a ninja, or a politician, buckle up—these relationship games might feel way too familiar.

1. The Blame Shuffle

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