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10 Gaslighting Tactics You Mistook for Parenting

Therapist Tala

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What if the rules, lectures, and “life lessons” you grew up with weren’t actually love—but manipulation? In this episode, we unpack 10 common parenting behaviors that are often praised as discipline or guidance, but in reality, gaslight a child into doubting their feelings, memories, and worth. If you’ve ever felt like your emotional compass is broken, this one’s for you. It’s time to separate parenting from psychological control.