I have a strong feeling that if I had used another word instead of manipulate there would be no discussion, here is the definition according to Webster:
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manipulate
One entry found for manipulate.
Main Entry: ma·nip·u·late
Pronunciation: m&-'ni-py&-"lAt
Function: transitive verb
Inflected Form(s): -lat·ed; -lat·ing
Etymology: back-formation from manipulation, from French, from manipuler to handle an apparatus in chemistry, ultimately from Latin manipulus
1 : to treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner
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There are 2 other definitions that follow it, that are both negative which is what I was an expert at!
If I had used the word influence instead I really do not feel there would have been and issue, when we share we are hoping our ESH will influence others.
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Main Entry: 2influence
Function: transitive verb
Inflected Form(s): -enced; -enc·ing
1 : to affect or alter by indirect or intangible means : SWAY
2 : to have an effect on the condition or development of : MODIFY
synonym see AFFECT
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