These are strategies for responding to gaslighting, which is a manipulative behavior where someone makes you doubt your own perceptions. Here are the key responses:

1. When they deny saying something: Instead of arguing, respond with “That’s what I heard,” which invites clarification without allowing them to twist the situation.
2. When they claim you need help: Calmly respond with “And I need someone who is helpful,” turning the focus back on their behavior.
3. When they accuse you of imagining things: Assertively respond with “I do not imagine facts,” standing firm on what you know to be true.

These responses help you handle gaslighting by maintaining composure, asserting your reality, and addressing the manipulative behavior from a position of strength.