Have you ever been a victim of gaslighting? What did you do? Did you get away? Anyone ever recognised the behaviour in themselves?
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Feel free to reply to any comment by clicking the "Reply" button.My last bf was doing this all the time to me. I thought I was going to loose my mind. Usually but not always, its due to very low self esteem and confidence so they try to bring that person down to build themselves up & causing conflict but making it look like you are the one doing all the damage. It's been almost 4 yrs and I wish it would have ended 5 yrs ago. Get out and never look back is all I can suggest.
mistymoon77
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May 28, 2018
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I'm kind of not sure what gaslighting is .. is that like a FUD?
ascii122
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May 28, 2018
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Gaslighting is when someone manipulates someone else by making them question their sanity and perceptions. Generally, they do this by disagreeing with them about things that have happened (or whether things have happened) and by making subtle changes to the environment. It's extremely subtle, and typically long-term, so it can be difficult to realize when someone is doing it to you and it can leave deep psychological damage
@Hebert54 It takes its name from the film, yes
@Hebert54 FUD=Fear, Uncertainty and Doubt .... known as a marketing formula.
And yes, it is kind of applicable.
For years from my mother. I moved out and she would phone me all the time and continue it. I only escaped when she died.
memorylikeasieve
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May 27, 2018
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