Triangulation means consciously pulling a third person into the dynamic to trigger jealousy, insecurity, or rivalry. In texting this often shows up through strategic mentions, stories with other people, or social proof meant to destabilize you.
How do you spot Triangulation?
Triangulation often shows up more subtly in text than in real life. The signs are there — but only once you know what to look for.
→ Signs of Triangulation while texting →
What can you do right now?
If you are dealing with Triangulation in real time, there are concrete steps you can take before the situation escalates.
→ Emergency steps for Triangulation →
Is it really Triangulation?
Not everything that looks like Triangulation actually is. Sometimes a different pattern sits underneath it — and the right reaction changes completely.
→ Is it Triangulation — or something else? →
Related concepts
These patterns often show up together with Triangulation:
Real situations
Analysed cases connected to Triangulation: