Gaslighting is a learned behaviour

• You regularly second-guess yourself.
• You keep on asking if you're too sensitive.
• You often feel confused at work.
• You're always apologising.
• You can't understand why you're not happier.
• You make excuses for your partner's behaviour.
• You keep in...

Gaslighting comes in three stages:

• Disbelief: You question how the other person can say such unbelievable things.
• Defence: You are always defending yourself, thinking about what you said and who is right or wrong.
• Depression

At first, try to get an outside opinion. If gaslighting becomes regular, you should seek professional help.

You can also address your partner's gaslighting with them if you're ready to demand change or walk away from the relationship. For example, you may say that you've noticed a destructi...