Life is made out of the experiences we have, and the people we surround ourselves with. We were after all, made to coexists with one another. But, flaw-full as humans can be, one of our biggest problem is not realizing when we're better off without certain people. 

Whether it may be relationships, friendships and sometimes even family, you need to know a manipulative person when you see one. It can get confusing, but there are signs one could look out for. 

Here are 6 of them:

1. They disregard your thoughts and opinions

Every relationship, no matter the form, is a two way street. There is give and take, there is compromise, especially with thoughts and opinions. When the other party pays no attention to what you think, and how you view things, then 'manipulative' should be your go-to word.

2. They have a knack for guilt-tripping

Understanding what you've done wrong after it has been explained to you, is one thing. But having someone constantly make you feel guilty about something you have acknowledged, or happen to be working on, is a whole other thing. 

3. They do not own up for sh*t

We grow when we're able to learn from our mistakes, and become better people because of it. A manipulative person though, will not take responsibility for the things they have done wrong. In their eyes, they can never be wrong.

4. They like to poke fire

A friend who speaks ill of others to you, is most likely to speak ill about you to others. People like this go about their lives turning others against you, feeding them poisonous thoughts and feelings. 

5. They're ALWAYS the victim

The number one red flag in any relationship, is that no matter what goes down, this person is always the victim. Even when it is you who has been wronged, it is you who is guilty, it is you who is to be blamed.

6. They provoke arguments and fights

When something can be easily solved and agreed on, a manipulative person provokes the scene, and makes things so much more bigger than it needs to be. They enjoy instigating conflict. 

It is vital to know when someone is being manipulative. Oftentimes, we don't realize it or turn a blind eye, because it's someone we treasure. However, no matter how much we value a person, keep in mind that it is not okay to allow ourselves to be treated this way. 

More importantly though, we have to be sure to often check ourselves, so to never treat someone else this way as well.