How to Respond Gaslighting? Here are Some Solutions.

Do any of the following phrases sound familiar?

• “You must be going crazy. That’s not what happened.”
• “You don’t know what you’re talking about.”
• “You’re imagining things.”
• “No need to be so sensitive. I was only joking.”

If someone in your life often says things like this to you, you may be experiencing gaslighting.

Gaslighting refers to intentional attempts to manipulate you into doubting your feelings, perception of events, and reality in general. Someone trying to gaslight you typically wants to confuse you and make you doubt yourself to make it more likely you’ll go along with what they want.

1. First, make sure it's gaslighting. ...
2. Take some space from the situation. ...
3. Collect evidence. ...
4. Speak up about the behavior. ...
5. Remain confident in your version of events. ...
6. Focus on self-care. ...
7. Involve others. ...
8. Seek professional support.