The Gaslight Effect (Broadway Books, 2007)
In this groundbreaking guide, the prominent therapist Dr. Robin Stern shows you how the Gaslight Effect works and advises on how to;
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Turn up your Gaslight Radar, so you know when a relationship is headed for trouble. |
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Determine whether you are enabling a gaslighter. |
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Recognize the Three Stages of Gaslighting: Disbelief, Defense, and Depression. |
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Refuse to be gaslighted by using the Five Rules for Turning Off the Gas. |
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Develop your own "Gaslight Barometer" so you can decide which relationships can be saved - and which you have to walk away from. |
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Learn how to Gasproof Your Life so that you'll never again choose another gaslighting relationship. |
Here’s what others are saying about the book:
“…Offers a socially intelligent method to spot and counter emotional abuse. … lights a way out of a dark side of relationships.”
–Daniel Goleman, author of Social Intelligence
“…like a sturdy, truth-telling friend in difficult times. Stern will show you you’re not alone in your toxic relationship...”
–Rachel Simmons, author of Odd Girl Out: The Hidden Culture of Aggression in Girls
"…A sensitive and unique insight into how we all too often emotionally abuse the people we care about and fall into mindless habits belittling others.”
- Richard Boyatzis PhD, author of Primal Leadership
“…a powerful guide and manual that fully articulates and explains the repercussions of underhanded manipulation in personal and professional relationships.”
–Sylvia Ann Hewlett, economist, author, and president of the Center for Work-Life Policy
“…eloquently shine[s] a light on an often missed … emotional abuse… I have no doubt this book will positively change lives.”
–Linda Lantieri, Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning (CASEL)
“Dr. Robin Stern is one of the world’s wisest women. There’s much to learn from her.”
–Erica Jong
“…therapist Robin Stern takes her readers on a journey that will help them take control of their lives and destinies.”
–Phyllis Chesler, Ph.D., author of Women and Madness and Woman’s Inhumanity to Woman
"…Shifts the paradigm for relationships. It is both a sobering reality check and an inspiring push towards more honest, supportive, and equal partnerships.”
- Courtney Martin, author of Perfect Girls, Starving Daughters
“Her strategies for “turning off the gas,” … are practical and sound, emphasizing improving self-esteem and visualizing out-comes. … strongly recommended.”
-Library Journal, 4/1/07
Other Publications:
“Gaslight Effect: Don't Be Afraid To Speak Your Truth” in The Huffington Post |
