S23E3: Commonly Misused Psychology Words and What to Use Instead

Hey lady! Have you ever been gaslit and traumatized by a toxic, narcissistic so-and-so who abused your trust, violated your boundaries, and caused you to doubt yourself? Does that sentence trigger you? Well, if it does then tune in to this week’s episode so Dr. Dom and Terri can help take the sting out of those words and give you the context around what certain terms mean so you can accurately assess and process events in your life.

The Internet is a wonderful tool, but certain words and phrases can catch on and become buzzy and slowly their meaning can become distorted. This week, Terri and Dr. Dom identify terms that are trendy and provide accurate definitions and examples so that you don’t confuse lovebombing with something more benign. And, if you want to dive deeper into some of these concepts check out these previous episodes: 

✓ S10E2: Is Your Partner a Narcissist? Diving into Dr. Ramani Durvasula’s Narcissism Quiz
✓ S10E3: How to Finally Leave Your Narcissistic Partner with Dr. Ramani Durvasula
✓ S11E1: Getting Back to Dating After a Toxic Relationship
✓ S17E3: What Gaslighting, Red Flags, and, Manipulation Sound Like
✓ S17E4: How to Stand Your Ground and Hold Gaslighters Accountable
✓ S23E1: Trauma Bonding: Protecting Yourself From Unhealthy Relationships

Words to Use Instead:
1. Gaslighting→ Manipulating, lying
2. Toxic→ Unhealthy, difficult
3. Traumatized→ Upset, embarrassed
4. Triggered→ Activated, reminded
5. Narcissist→ Selfish, self-centered
6. Boundaries → Limit, rule, guideline

Quote of the Day:
“Language is the road map of a culture. It tells you where its people come from and where they are going.” 
– Rita Mae Brown  

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Resources:
Dr. Dom’s Therapy Practice
Branding with Terri
Melanin and Mental Health
Therapy for Black Girls 
Psychology Today
Therapy for QPOC  

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