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Paradoxically .. the very feminist movement that gave women more options also helped create pressure on many of us to be strong, successful, and independent__he kind of women who would theoretically be immune to any form of abuse from men. As a result, women who are in gaslighting and other types of abusive relationships may feel doubly ashamed: first, for being in a bad relationship, and second, for not living up to their self-imposed standards of strength and independence.
Robin Stern The Gaslight Effect: How to Spot and Survive the Hidden Manipulation Others Use to Control Your Life
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Paradoxically .. the very feminist movement that gave women more options also helped create pressure on many of us to be strong, successful, and independent__he kind of women who would theoretically be immune to any form of abuse from men. As a result, women who are in gaslighting and other types of abusive relationships may feel doubly ashamed: first, for being in a bad relationship, and second, for not living up to their self-imposed standards of strength and independence.
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The Gaslight Effect: How to Spot and Survive the Hidden Manipulation Others Use to Control Your Life

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