Episode 146 https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goodgirlfreewomanjustina/episodes/146--Is-Your-Reality-Being-Twisted--5-Ways-to-Spot-Gaslighting-e2bir4p Get on the waitlist for Justina’s next program: https://coachjustina.myflodesk.com/weeklylettersofhope Have a question you’d like Justina to answer on the show? Email her at [email protected] Follow along on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/freewoman.podcast/ Leave a podcast review on Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-girl-free-woman-healing-codependency-toxic-relationships/id1541749752 Leave a podcast review on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/4Gfn08oYk6rjcJ168fdRoH?si=eb4e0dc584bd4a28 Summary Responding to toxic behavior and gaslighting in relationships. 0:00 Justina provides strategies for responding to toxic behavior, including gaslighting, during the holidays. Responding to toxic behavior in relationships. 1:13 The importance of healing and self-reflection when dealing with people who exhibit toxic behaviors. A common toxic behavior where someone deflects accountability by blaming others, rather than taking responsibility for their actions. Naming the toxic behavior in the moment, whether internally or externally, can help combat it and stay on topic. Recognizing and responding to toxic behavior in conversations. 5:58 The importance of taking care of oneself, even when healthy, to avoid burnout and prioritize emotional well-being. Setting boundaries and prioritizing emotional health in toxic conversations. 10:25 Setting boundaries around emotional health by accepting someone's toxic behavior and focusing on feelings rather than being right. Practicing identifying toxic behaviors and responding with ultra clarity can empower individuals to protect their emotional health. Refuse to debate what they know to be true, instead choose to respectfully disengage and prioritize your own feelings. For individuals with a history of being gaslighted, focusing on their feelings in the moment can help them stand firm in their beliefs while avoiding the urge to conform to others' opinions. Setting boundaries and self-acceptance in toxic relationships. 14:30 Four ways to respond to toxic gaslighting behaviors, including disengaging and prioritizing self-care. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goodgirlfreewomanjustina/message