How to tell if someone is showing genuine interest or love-bombing/manipulating.

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tenente · 100+, M

manipulating

when they ask you for something, say 'no'. if they are genuine, they will respect your 'no'. manipulators will guilt or pressure you

love-bombing

it's inconsistent. lots of highs and lows. genuine interest more predictable and stable.