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Paper Clipping: Are You a Backup Plan?

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On ‘What’s Trending,’ hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest life coach with a master’s of counseling Alisa Harp discuss the frustrating dating phenomenon known as “paper clipping.”

Paper clipping is a form of emotional manipulation

The person doing it often seeks external validation due to their own insecurities.

Being the target of paper clipping can hurt your self-esteem

Remember, your worth comes from within, not from someone else’s occasional attention.

Don’t be afraid to let go

If someone isn’t treating you with respect and consistency, you have every right to move on and find someone who values you.pen_spark

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