Ep. 130 - Manipulation Tactic #1: Gaslighting
Barb Knows Best
Michelle Maros & Barb Schmidt
4.9 • 1.1K Ratings
🗓️ 13 August 2024
⏱️ 71 minutes
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Summary
This week, Barb and Michelle are continuing the manipulation series by tackling this tough and common manipulation tactic: Gaslighting. They’re sharing examples from their personal lives on how gaslighting can present itself along with tips to take your power back.
In this episode, they talk about:
- Awareness is the key to recognizing gaslighting
- Gaslighting is a sneaky, disorienting, and gradual form of abuse
- Gaslighters sow doubt and erode your own trust in yourself
- How to take back your power and instill a new sense of confidence in yourself
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