Gaslighting Recovery S.O.S.

A 3-minute S.O.S. for those in the process of healing from being gaslit. Suitable for any type of relationship or connection. Set to gentle piano music and spoken in first-person language. To learn more about gaslighting and what it is, consider listening to Heidi's audio: "Learning Series: Gaslighting 101."

Music by Kevin MacLeod "Luminous Rain"

Transcript

I do remember what was said, What was done, And how it felt. I'm not too sensitive or emotional. My feelings are valid. It wasn't just a joke or a silly misunderstanding. I'm not making things up. I am not confused. I heard what was said correctly. Most people are reliable. They do what they say they will do, And clearly communicate if they cannot. While rare mistakes of this nature are understandable, They should not be a regular occurrence. I am not losing my mind. I know when and how to take responsibility for my own actions. I am not constantly at fault. I do not need to apologize for things I did not do. The actions of others are in fact not my actions. Occasional kindness is not enough. Brief moments of connection or favor is not worth the pain. I know who I am. I'm valued and can create other relationships. Not everyone will see the truth, But plenty do, Including me. It is not my fault for being manipulated. I can forgive myself for not seeing it sooner. I can grow, Learn, And change. There are people who can support me on this journey. I can find myself and walk a healing path.

Reviews

I’m so relieved to hear these words! You see how I’ve felt & hearing your words reminds me what I’ve felt is true. My reality is true. I come back to this app everyday because I feel seen. Thank you for helping me feel seen!!! 💞🙏💗✨

Listening bought tears to my eyes, I am on the healing path. Thank you Heidi🦋

I sure needed to hear this today. Thank you!! 🙏🙏🙏

I'm going to use this at work with a challenging boss...

THANK YOU 🙏! This ( and a series of meditations/talks) was VERY helpful for me today. This one was especially helpful. I intend to come back to listen to some of your other offerings in near future and perhaps even frequently. I tag/saved/whatever it’s called a couple of your playlists for later. I think they may be beneficial for me. Thanks 🙏 again!
The main gaslighter died two weeks ago and we buried her a week ago and now, all the “stuff” ( that I thought I had healed and moved passed) have all been flooding my mind ( and the anger has arisen again!), almost more than ever. This too shall pass.