June 17, 2025

Ep540: Are You an Easy Target for Gaslighting?

Have you ever felt like you’re losing your grip on reality after a conversation with someone? In this episode, I get real about gaslighting—what it is, how it shows up in our lives, and why, as emotional eaters, we’re especially vulnerable to it. I share deeply personal stories and practical tools to help you reclaim your clarity and self-trust. If you’ve ever doubted your gut or felt like your truth was dismissed, this one’s for you.

  • What gaslighting is and where the term originated
  • Why emotional eaters are easy targets for gaslighting
  • The connection between gaslighting and overeating
  • Real-life examples of gaslighting in relationships and work
  • How gaslighting erodes self-trust and fuels chronic self-doubt
  • The role of sensitivity and people-pleasing in vulnerability
  • Key questions to ask yourself if you suspect you’re being gaslit
  • The importance of validating your own inner voice
  • Steps to spot and stop gaslighting
  • Tricia’s personal stories from marriage and work experiences
  • How to build self-trust and protect your emotional wellbeing
  • Healthy coping tools to replace numbing with food
  • Encouragement to seek safe support and trust your intuition

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