Heartbreak to Wholeness: Untangling the Mindf*ck of Narcissistic Relationships
44. Why Do I Keep Holding On? Trauma Bonding & Why It's So Hard To Leave An Abusive Cycle With A Narcissist With Dr. Anthony Mazzella
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Why do we stay in painful, confusing narcissistic relationships even when we know they hurt us?
If you’ve ever found yourself trapped in a cycle of emotional highs and devastating lows, this episode will shed light on the deeper dynamics at play in trauma-bonded relationships and how early experiences shape these unhealthy attachments.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
- How codependency and love bombing are intertwined
- The link between trauma bonds and unresolved childhood grief
- How abusive relationships become falsely associated with safety & why they are so hard to leave
This thought-provoking discussion is fully designed to help you start recognizing the patterns that keep you stuck, so you can begin the journey toward healthier relationships.
MENTIONED:
- PART 2 called Trapped in a Toxic Relationship? How to Break Free from the Fog! Coming Wednesday Oct. 9th on Anthony’s podcast: The Narcissism Decoder
- Get in touch with Anthony: https://www.drmazzella.com/
- Ep. 31: Trauma Bonding: What It Really Is And How To Avoid So You Can Move Towards Healthy Relationships
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- Learn how to communicate your feelings (without feeling guilty)
- Navigate triggering moments without shutting down
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In this podcast, we unpack the challenges faced by empaths and those struggling with codependency who’ve found themselves healing from the heartbreak and confusion of narcissistic relationships. We’ll explore the meaning of gaslighting and love bombing that comes with narcissistic abuse and toxic relationships, dive into attachment styles, and learn to build confidence while setting boundaries, improving self-worth, and learning to effectively communicate in future healthy relationships.