Dr. Robin Stern joins us to talk about a subject you’ve been asking for specifically, and that’s gaslighting. So today, we’re talking about the far-reaching effects of manipulative psychological, and emotional abuse. Robin says, “Gaslighting undermines your confidence and self-esteem, robs you of your sense of self, and is often so subtle that you don’t realize it’s happening. It can cause you to question your own memory, perception, and sanity, and to feel powerless, helpless, and out of control.”
Guest Bio
Dr. Robin Stern is a licensed psychoanalyst and the author of the book “The Gaslight Effect: How to Spot and Survive the Hidden Manipulation Others Use to Control Your Life.” She is the co-founder and associate director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. Dr. Stern is recognized as an expert in emotional intelligence and has worked with numerous organizations, including the United Nations, to help individuals and teams develop greater emotional awareness and communication skills. Her work on gaslighting has been widely acclaimed for shedding light on this insidious form of emotional abuse and providing practical tools for overcoming it.
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Dive Deeper:
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