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How do you respond to Gaslighting?
Here are eight tips for responding and taking back control.
- First, make sure it’s gaslighting.
- Take some space from the situation.
- Collect evidence.
- Speak up about the behavior.
- Remain confident in your version of events.
- Focus on self-care.
- Involve others.
- Seek professional support.
How do you deal with offensive comments in the workplace?
Think carefully about whether you want to speak up, weighing the costs and benefits of doing so. Recognize that if you are in a position of power, you have a responsibility to address offensive comments and create an inclusive work environment. Ask questions that encourage the person reflect on what they said and clear up any misunderstandings.
Is it OK to make negative comments about someone’s appearance?
There will always be people who feel they have a right to make negative comments about appearance, whether that’s a supposedly ‘well-meaning’ friend or family member, or a rude passerby. If your body image is fragile, unwanted comments can be hurtful and damaging.
How do you deal with negative people around you?
“Living the right way and practicing what we preach is the best way to ensure that the negativity dies on the vine. If you’re consistently helping people get what they want, making useful introductions and being open and positive, then it will be hard for others to believe negative rumors about you when they meet you,” explains Harbinger.
How do you deal with someone who blames you for everything?
Some healthy boundaries to maintain with someone who blames you for everything include: Labeling the action (I feel blamed) with the consequence (and I won’t tolerate it). Remaining neutral and nonreactive when being blamed. Asking the person to leave your home or end the conversation altogether.