5 Tips to Avoid Gaslighting and Protect Your Mental Health 🛡️🚫

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5 Tips to Avoid Gaslighting and Protect Your Mental Health 🛡️🚫

Posted by ChristianDave on March 20, 2023 at 8:30 am

Gaslighting can be a damaging form of emotional manipulation that can leave you questioning your own thoughts and feelings. Learn how to recognize and avoid gaslighting with these 5 essential tips.

Tips:

👉 Trust your instincts and intuition

👉 Keep a record of conversations and events

👉 Seek out a support system

👉 Set boundaries and stand up for yourself

👉 Practice self-care and prioritize your mental health

If you suspect that someone is trying to manipulate you through gaslighting, trust your gut and don’t second-guess yourself. Keep a record of conversations and events so you can refer back to them if needed. Seek out a support system, such as a trusted friend or therapist, who can provide you with validation and perspective.

Recommended book: “The Gaslight Effect: How to Spot and Survive the Hidden Manipulation Others Use to Control Your Life” by Dr. Robin Stern. (https://www.amazon.com/Gaslight-Effect-Manipulation-Control-Life/dp/076792445X)

Question for the forum: What additional tips would you recommend for avoiding gaslighting and protecting your mental health?

Share your thoughts in the reply section! 💬💭

aznamur replied 3 weeks, 1 day ago 19 Members · 19 Replies
19 Replies

Ruztien

Member
March 20, 2023 at 11:57 am

Learning more about gaslighting and its effects can help you recognize it when it happens and avoid falling victim to it in the future.
lemueljohn

Member
March 20, 2023 at 12:05 pm

so there’s a specific term for emotional manipulation now? thanks for sharing!
HannahJ

Member
March 20, 2023 at 1:56 pm

I totally agree with you. Moreover, stay informed. Stay up-to-date with the latest research and information about gaslighting and mental health, and share this information with your colleagues and manager if necessary. This can help raise awareness and promote a healthy work environment.
jazzteene

Member
March 20, 2023 at 2:38 pm

Thanks for sharing these helpful tips, ChristianDave! Trusting your instincts, keeping a record of conversations and events, seeking out a support system, setting boundaries, and practicing self-care are all great ways to protect yourself from gaslighting. One additional tip that I would recommend is to educate yourself about gaslighting and the tactics that manipulators use, so you can recognize them and respond effectively.
ChristianAust

Member
March 20, 2023 at 2:48 pm

I wanted to take a moment to express my appreciation for your article. It was well-researched, well-written, and extremely helpful.
JohnHenry

Member
March 20, 2023 at 3:03 pm

Thanks for sharing this tips
adrian

Member
March 20, 2023 at 3:20 pm

Educate yourself on gaslighting and its tactics, stay grounded in reality, set realistic expectations for relationships, practice assertiveness and communication skills, seek professional help if necessary, and seek support and guidance from a therapist or mental health professional.
kobe

Member
March 20, 2023 at 3:25 pm

This article is very helpful. Thank for sharing!
jaednath

Member
March 20, 2023 at 7:49 pm

I can totally use these tips, thank you!
Vicente

Member
March 21, 2023 at 8:16 am
If you are experiencing significant mental health issues as a result of gaslighting or other forms of emotional abuse, seek professional help from a therapist or counselor. Remember, gaslighting is a form of abuse, and you deserve to be treated with respect and dignity. Don’t let anyone make you doubt your worth or question your sanity.
- This reply was modified 1 year, 1 month ago by Vicente.
Aeronn

Member
June 12, 2023 at 5:18 am

Thank you for the helpful advice on how to spot and avoid gaslighting. Trusting your feelings, keeping a record, asking for help, making limits, and taking care of yourself are all important things to do. I want you to tell me any other things that have helped you avoid being gaslighted and protect your mental health.
monicaval

Member
July 12, 2023 at 2:05 pm

thanks for this information.
jamindacula

Member
January 17, 2024 at 2:37 pm

Thanks for sharing this tips
kian_agustin

Member
February 21, 2024 at 2:58 pm

Thanks for the Tips
kian_agustin

Member
February 21, 2024 at 2:59 pm

THANKS FOR THIS!!!
AugustineB

Member
March 14, 2024 at 8:34 am

When it comes to remote work, I’ve found that maintaining open communication and seeking clarification whenever I feel uncertain has been crucial in avoiding gaslighting. Regularly practicing self-care techniques like mindfulness and taking breaks helps me stay grounded. Additionally, fostering a supportive work environment where honesty and respect are valued has greatly contributed to my mental well-being while working remotely.
j.o

Member
April 19, 2024 at 4:15 pm

Thank you for these tips!
Shiee

Member
April 19, 2024 at 9:52 pm

thanks for sharing
aznamur

Member
April 25, 2024 at 2:03 pm

Thanks for sharing this.