Have you ever been in a relationship with someone who showered you with constant affection, gifts, and attention, only for the relationship to end abruptly, leaving you feeling confused and heartbroken? This is a common pattern in a love bomber – someone who uses grand romantic gestures and excessive attention to control and manipulate their partner. Despite the damaging effects of these relationships, many of us find ourselves attracted to love bombers without even realizing it. In this video, we explor[...]
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When it comes to dating, love and relationships, it can be difficult to differentiate between a real connection and trauma bonding. Trauma bonding is when two people are emotionally attached in unhealthy ways due to the euphoric high of extreme highs and lows associated with ongoing conflict or drama. It’s not uncommon for people to engage in this non-beneficial behavior because they may fall into the same patterns unknowingly -- mistaking the feeling of being “drawn together” as indicating a true connecti[...]
Have you ever found yourself ignoring the red flags in a relationship, only to regret it later on? Or find yourself trying to make something work that probably isn't (or wasn't) meant to be. I've been there before and referred to this act as self-abandonment: being so invested in making the relationship work that our own well-being and instincts are abandoned. The lack of self-awareness of this habit can make us find ourselves stuck in a cycle of toxic relationships. In this blog post, we'll explore the nuanc[...]
If you feel like you're constantly attracting narcissists and toxic partners, it's time to acknowledge a pattern. This isn't the blame game; instead, it is about self-awareness and self-reflection, so we don't repeat the same toxic patterns. After all, we are the common denominator in all our relationships. Who we choose to bring into our lives is our choice. The good news is there are steps you can take to heal from past hurt and start attracting healthier relationships. This blog post will share three powerful[...]