Are you a victim of 'dry begging'? Here's how to make sure passive-aggressive manipulation doesn't ruin your relationship

Even in the healthiest of relationships, conflicts are bound to arise.

But how you deal with them speaks volumes about the strength of your bond.

Passive-aggressive phrases like “I guess I’ll just do all of the laundry this week” or “most people would be happy their partner does this” are prime examples of “dry begging,” a phenomenon that couples counselors, therapists and other mental health experts are starting to call out.

Uncomfortable as it can get, direct communication is the leading way experts recommend dealing with dry begging. oulaphone_00168

“Dry begging operates by exploiting social cues and emotional signals rather than making direct requests,” explains Darren Magee, an accredited UK-based counselor, in a YouTube video that has since amassed almost half a million views