"Gaslighting is not a disagreement. It's a deliberate effort to undermine my reality, or if I'm doing the gaslighting, for me to undermine your reality."
"Gaslighting can be described as 'crazy-making,' where someone tries to make you seem or feel crazy either to yourself and or to other people."
"The trouble with buzzwords is that their meanings can get watered down when they become ubiquitous, leading to misuse in arguments."
The term 'gaslighting' has gained popularity, especially in political discourse, but its meaning is often misused. Originally a clinical term for psychological manipulation, it has become a buzzword. Experts warn that overuse can dilute its significance. Gaslighting involves a deliberate effort to undermine someone's reality, not merely a disagreement. It is characterized by making someone feel or appear crazy, which goes beyond simple lying. The term's misuse in everyday arguments raises concerns about its impact and understanding.
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