Maintain your composure when faced with gaslighting. Trust your own perception of reality and don't let doubt creep in.
Keep records of conversations, texts, or emails that can help you verify your version of events. Having concrete evidence can counteract gaslighting attempts.
Reach out to friends, family, or a therapist who can provide a different perspective and validate your feelings, helping you resist the gaslighter's manipulation.
Set explicit gaslighter boundaries. Tell them their behavior is wrong and that you won't discuss their reality.
"I" expressions make gaslighting harder. "I feel hurt when..." rather than "You're making me feel..."
Educate yourself about gaslighting tactics and psychological manipulation. Recognizing these techniques can empower you to respond effectively.
If something doesn't feel right, trust your gut instinct. Gaslighters often try to make you doubt yourself, but your intuition can serve as a reliable guide.