11 Red Flags of Gaslighting in a Relationship Gaslighting is a manipulation tactic used to gain power. And it works too well_The term "gaslighting" comes from the the movie "Gaslight,"

11 Red Flags of Gaslighting in a Relationship Gaslighting is a manipulation tactic used to gain power. And it works too well.     The term "gaslighting" comes from the the movie "Gaslight," in which a man manipulates his wife into thinking she is losing her mind.     Gaslighting is a slow form of brainwashing that makes a victim question their reality.     Typical gaslighting techniques include denying something when there's proof, projecting onto others, and telling blatant lies.