10 Gaslighting Phrases Used To Confuse And Control

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"You're too sensitive": This phrase dismisses the other person's feelings and emotions

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"You're overreacting": Similar to the first phrase, this minimizes the person's emotions and makes them question the validity of their feelings

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"I never said/did that": Gaslighters often deny their words or actions, making the victim feel confused and unsure of their memory

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"You're imagining things": This phrase is used to invalidate the person's experiences and make them doubt their own sanity

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"You're being paranoid": Gaslighters may use this phrase to make the person feel like they are excessively suspicious

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"You're just trying to cause drama": This shifts the blame onto the victim, making them feel guilty for expressing their concerns

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"You're not remembering correctly": Gaslighters may manipulate the truth or distort facts to make the person doubt their memory

"You're just being insecure": This phrase undermines the person's confidence and self-esteem

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