In this episode of the Secret Life podcast, host Brianne Davis-Gantt delves into the complex world of trauma bonding. Learn about the seven stages of trauma bonding, from the intoxicating love-bombing phase to the difficult acceptance stage. Brianne provides insights on how to identify and navigate these emotionally draining relationships, and contrasts them with authentic, healthy bonds. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how trauma bonds form and how to protect yourself from them. Chapters: (00:00) They are avoidance. So what they do is they try to attach very quickly, live out of fantasy (00:34) Welcome to the Secret Life podcast. Tell me your secret, I'll tell you mine (01:15) Welcome to Secret Life podcast. I'm Breanne Davis Gantt (01:52) Today we are talking about trauma bonding. And people are doing it left and right (04:25) We are going to talk about the stages of trauma bonding (10:31) You're on the roller coaster of an addictive attachment to this person (14:39) Let's talk about what an authentic bond is and what a trauma bond is (19:52) If you're feeling trauma bond, it usually ends quickly 🔑 Episode Keywords Trauma Bonding, Love Bombing, Emotional Abuse, Dismissive Avoidance, False Intimacy, Toxic Relationships, Gaslighting, Relationship Stages, Emotional Dependency, Rollercoaster Relationships, Isolation In Relationships, Acceptance In Relationships, Authentic Bonds, Healthy Relationships, Boundary Setting, Trauma Recovery, Emotional Healing, Self-Awareness, Relationship Advice _____ If you or anyone you know is struggling with addiction, depression, trauma, sexual abuse or feeling overwhelmed, we've compiled a list of resources at https://secretlifepodcast.com. _____ Secret Life Podcast's episodes include topics addressing addiction and recovery, mental health, alcoholism, drug addiction, sex addiction, love addiction, OCD, ADHD, dyslexia, eating disorders, debt & money issues, anorexia, depression, shoplifting,  molestation, sexual assault, trauma, relationships, self-love, friendships, community, secrets, self-care, courage, freedom, and happiness. ______ 
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