3. They are using Freudian scanning
Psychological projection is a method of protection which people subconsciously use, also called ‘Freudian projection,’ by projecting unwelcome sensations or emotions onto someone else.
Sigmund Freud developed theory of psychological screening. In a letter from 1895 he first described the propensity of a patient to escape his feelings of guilt by thinking that her neighbours kissed her.
In other words, Freudian projections mean that people are accused of possessing those thoughts or emotions. And that’s what masterful gas lamps do — they just do it deliberately.
In effect, they will still acknowledge the emotions or opinions you do not recognize. For starters, one day they might come back home upset, snap at you, and say then you’re the one who is furious and looking to fight.
They would also fault you for your errors and misconduct. “I won’t get too irritated if you didn’t provoke me” or “I just flirted earlier with that guy/girl because you didn’t take much account of me.” You’ll hear things said to them.
4. They blend actual incidents to convince you
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