**Weaponized Incompetence: A Stealthy Form of Emotional Abuse**
2 min readOct 4, 2023
Emotional abuse comes in many shades, but one of the most elusive yet highly impactful forms is weaponized incompetence. This tactic might appear benign on the surface, but it’s a tool masterfully used by manipulators to erode the confidence of their victims.
Defining Weaponized Incompetence
Weaponized incompetence is when an individual purposely feigns or exaggerates their inability to perform tasks or responsibilities, forcing others to pick up their slack. It’s not mere…
