Gaslighting: The Classic Maneuver
Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation that involves denying, distorting, or selectively omitting information to lead someone to believe something that isn't true. But don't just take our word for it, let's take a look at some classic gaslighting tactics:
- Denial - "That's not me, I don't know what you're talking about."
- Projection - "You're the one who's being paranoid, not me."
- Invalidation - "You're overreacting, you're too sensitive."
- Faulty Logic - "If it's not happening, then it's not real."
- Playing the Victim - "I'm just trying to help, but you're making this all about you."
And remember, these tactics are only for the most sophisticated of gaslighters. Don't try this at home, kids.