Abuse Quote by Shannon Thomas
““It’s called hidden abuse for a reason. Abusers are out for emotional blood when they use gaslighting to undermine a target’s sense of self. They know exactly what they do. They want the survivors to look petty in the eyes of other people. They want them to question themselves and their grasp on reality. They want survivors to fall apart so they can better control or mock them. Smear””
About This Quote
Source Article: Online post on emotional abuse, 2023
Abusers manipulate victims through gaslighting to erode self‑trust and make them appear trivial to others, maintaining control and mockery.
In simple terms: Gaslighting erodes self‑trust and makes victims seem petty.
Key Takeaway
Recognize manipulation and seek support.
Themes
abuse
psychology
control
selfesteem
Mood
anxious
determined
Type
advice
educational
When to use this quote
- therapy
- support groups
- personal boundaries
- education on manipulation
Key Concepts
gaslighting
power dynamics
victim blaming
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you differentiate gaslighting from normal conflict?
- What support systems help rebuild self‑trust?
A Different Perspective
Survivors may internalize blame, making recovery harder.
