Understanding Gaslighting: Identifying the Traits and Tactics

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Gaslighting is a manipulative technique used by certain individuals. It's important to identify potential gaslighters before they start employing these tactics. They may not reveal their intentions right away, as they understand the need to build trust first. Personality, specifically narcissism, often plays a role in gaslighting. Narcissism is a personality disorder characterized by lack of empathy, a need for admiration, and a sense of superiority over others.

The term 'gaslighting' has grown in popularity in recent years and become part of our shared psychobabble, giving our generation the language to describe a pattern of behaviour that has existed for centuries. This week on the podcast, we explore a recent story in the media on gaslighting and dive into what gaslighting actually means from a psychological perspective. We explore the origins of the term, how it references pop culture, the six behavioural patterns adopted by gaslighters and the links to narcissism and pathological lying. We also discuss how to identify this behaviour, detach from these individuals and move forward from the emotional hangover created by gaslighting. All that and more, listen now!

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