Gaslighting has a negative connotation with good reason.
At its core, gaslighting is a form of manipulation.
Unfortunately, gaslighting can occur in any relationship.
A lover, parent, siblings, and even a boss can gaslight you.
The term stems from a 1938 play called “Gas Light.”
Often, this transpires after you’ve been in a relationship where somebody gaslighted you.
Clinical psychologist Dr. Julie Smith explained toPureWowwhy this happens.
Signs of self-gaslighting include blaming yourself, lacking trust in yourself, ignoring your emotions, and self-doubt.
Of course, this can manifest differently for everyone.
In an article forPsychology Today, psychologist Ingrid Clayton spoke about how self-gaslighting affected her.
Be aware of the signs and your self-blaming views.
Once you become aware of these manifestations, take a moment to validate and express your feelings.
Barkholtz and other experts recommend getting a therapist to help with this process and break the self-gaslighting cycle.
This can aid the first step of healing from self-gaslighting.
Lately, positive affirmations are a must.
Ultimately, this can turn a narrative of self-gaslighting into self-compassion.
