Beware of a New Toxic Dating Trend: “Ghostlighting”
Podcast: Amy & T.J.Published On: Sat Mar 07 2026
Description: It's hard to imagine that there would be a dating trend worse than ghosting... but apparently it exists, and it's called "ghostlighting." It's a toxic combination of ghosting and gaslighting, and it's emerging in the dating world now because so many relationships are undefined "situationships." It's the perfect breeding ground for manipulation, where a partner feels free to come and go as they please and then make you doubt your own reality! Whether you're dating or already in a relationship, there are some incredible lessons for us all from dating experts on how to deal with this toxic new trend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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