How To Break The Trauma Bond
Have you ever been in a toxic or even outright abusive relationship but find it next to impossible to leave?
A part of you that knows the relationship is unhealthy and wreaking havoc on your mental health. Still, the idea of leaving is terrifying, maybe even feels impossibleĀ because you've tried many times and you went back every time.
Why is it so hard to leave when the relationship causes you so much pain?
If this is ringing a bell, you may have experienced what's called a trauma bond. The biggest problem with trauma bonding is that the victim becomes trapped in a toxic relationship and will not leave.
In this video, I cover the behavior conditioning tactics that animal trainers use to train animals to perform tricks, how the abuser uses some of the same manipulations to control you, and how to break the spell so you can get out.
For more insights behind the psychology of trauma bonds and tips on how to cut ties to set yourself free, see "Why Do I Miss My Abuser."
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