Insights on Gaslighting
Explore our latest articles about understanding, identifying, and dealing with gaslighting in various contexts.
Coping With the Emotional Impact of Being Falsely Accused at Work
Facing false accusations at work can leave you feeling overwhelmed and uncertain. You may notice several emotional responses, including:Chronic stress and anxiety that disrupt your daily routine.Loss of self-esteem and confidence, making it difficult to trust yourself or others.
How to Rebuild Trust in Yourself After Emotional Neglect
You’re not alone if you find it hard to trust yourself after emotional neglect. Many people—almost one in five children—face neglect before they turn 17, and the effects can last for years. Emotional neglect can make you question your choices and feel unsure about your worth.
From persuasion to manipulation: spotting red flags
Have you ever wondered what is difference between persuasion and manipulation when someone tries to change your mind? Maybe you’ve felt pressured in your daily life and questioned whether their influence is truly helpful or harmful.
How to Navigate the Six Stages of Change One Step at a Time
Empower your journey through the six stages of change with smart tools that help you recognize manipulation and reclaim your narrative. This framework provides a clear path to build strength and understand your relationships.
Supporting Loved Ones with BPD Without Enabling Manipulation
You are not the only one providing BPD support to someone with borderline personality disorder. Studies indicate that about 0.7% to 2.7% of adults have BPD, with women being diagnosed slightly more often than men.
Gaslighting in Friendships: Signs You Might Be Ignoring
Have you ever started to question your memory or say sorry a lot around a friend? You are not the only one.About 20% of people go through emotional abuse in friendships.Almost 60% of toxic friendships have friendship gaslighting.
Medical Gaslighting: When Healthcare Providers Dismiss Symptoms
Have you ever left a doctor’s office feeling like no one listened to you or like your symptoms were not real? You are not the only one. Medical Gaslighting happens when you tell your doctor about your worries, but they do not listen or act like your problems are not important.
Self-Gaslighting: When You Doubt Your Own Reality
Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “Did that really happen, or am I just making it up?” Maybe you brushed off your own feelings or told yourself you were overreacting. You might even blame yourself for things you can’t control. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
Is Gaslighting Always Intentional? Exploring Spectrum of Behaviors
No, gaslighting does not always happen on purpose; sometimes, it can be a form of unintentional gaslighting where individuals gaslight without wanting to hurt you. Both types can make you feel mixed up or unsure about what is real, and many people go through this.