"you're gaslighting me"
by CJ's tea November 07, 2022
The act of going out of one's way to do a simple task, in an overly convoluted way.
The word is said to have originated when the invention of a Gas powered lantern came to be, When in the times, candles were the norm. A person decorating their home with Gas-Lighting, was thought of as deranged, or overly picky.
The word is said to have originated when the invention of a Gas powered lantern came to be, When in the times, candles were the norm. A person decorating their home with Gas-Lighting, was thought of as deranged, or overly picky.
"Why would you be gaslighting when you could be candlelighting? Such a waste of effort" -Abraham Lincoln. 1998
by Montgomery's Burner August 12, 2022
When someone makes you question your reality by lying, denying, or manipulating facts. Common in toxic relationships to make the other person feel insecure or crazy.
If this feels familiar, it's okay to seek help or just talk to someone you trust. You deserve safety and happiness.
If this feels familiar, it's okay to seek help or just talk to someone you trust. You deserve safety and happiness.
Gaslighting is a manipulation tactic used to doubt the victims perceptions, memory and reality using lies, denial and blame shifting to maintain control
Abuser: "I never said I'd meet you at 7 PM-you must be imagining things again. Honestly, it's exhausting how you always twist my words. Maybe you're the one with the problem, not me."
Abuser: "I never said I'd meet you at 7 PM-you must be imagining things again. Honestly, it's exhausting how you always twist my words. Maybe you're the one with the problem, not me."
by callforsafety December 13, 2024
When an abuser attempts to belittle or invalidate another by stating or implying that person is the one causing problems after trying to hold the abuser accountable. A manipulation tactic often done to justify or deflect from the abuser’s behavior or lies. These manipulators will often use tactics to wear you down over time with illogical excuses and repetitive actions that do not match their words.
My boss keeps gaslighting me when I’m just expecting him to make good on his promises of a pay raise. Why did he even bring it up if it was just a lie to begin with? I’m not the problem; he is.
by imsadbutilikesmileyfaces May 27, 2022
(Larry) Babe, let's watch this movie. (Felicia) ok. (After movie Larry) That was a good movie. (After movie Felicia) It was really good. I am glad I suggested it. This is being defines as gaslighting.
by Laren Unbell April 04, 2024
(Larry) Babe, let's watch this movie. (Felicia) ok. (After movie Larry) That was a good movie. (After movie Felicia) It was really good. I am glad I suggested it. This is being defines as gaslighting.
by Laren Unbell April 04, 2024