Love bombing is often mistaken for intense romance or deep connection, but beneath the surface, it’s frequently about control. In this video, we examine what love bombing really is, how it differs from healthy affection, and why it’s commonly tied to cycles of emotional and narcissistic abuse.
By understanding the warning signs, the idealize–devalue–discard cycle, and why empathetic people are often targeted, it becomes possible to set boundaries, trust your instincts, and begin healing.
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Listen to the full podcast episode: https://www.ajadedgay.com/videos/29-love-bombing/
Read more on the topic in my blog: https://www.ajadedgay.com/blog/love-bombing-defused-spot-red-flags-reclaim-boundaries-and-heal-from-toxic-romance/
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Sources:
Love Bombing (Psychology Today): https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/love-bombing
Spotting Narcissistic Love Bombing: What It Is — and Isn’t: https://psychcentral.com/disorders/narcissistic-personality-disorder-love-bombing
Idealize, Devalue, Discard: The Dizzying Cycle of Narcissism: https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/idealize-devalue-discard-the-dizzying-cycle-of-narcissism-0325154#:~:
What Is ‘Love Bombing’?: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/01/10/style/love-bombing.html
What to Know About 'Love Bombing,' the Trend That's Ruining Dating for Everyone: https://www.menshealth.com/sex-women/a28565768/love-bombing/
What is Love Bombing? 11 Ways to Spot this Relationship Red Flag: https://www.thehealthy.com/family/relationships/love-bombing/
Empath Definition: https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/empath
'Love Bombing': What It Is, Why It's Dangerous, and How to Protect Yourself: https://www.inc.com/justin-bariso/love-bombing-shows-a-twisted-form-of-emotional-intelligence-heres-how-to-protect-yourself.html
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