Part 1 on how to heal from a trauma bond. The episode is divided into two parts, so please listen to both for full info! 

In part 1 of this podcast episode, I delve into the topic of healing from a trauma bond. 
Have you ever thought of "why am I hooked into this painful relationship of a trauma bond but other people aren't? Or that other people seem to have the confidence to walk away from a relationship where they don't feel they're treated well (and yet I stay and justify it?)"

This is because the relationship is often holding a mirror to you, reflecting a part of yourself. When speaking about this, I draw upon my clinical expertise as an expert clinical psychologist and coach specialising in trauma bonding and refer to scientific evidence and research.

Individuals susceptible to trauma bonding often possess traits of high empathy and an anxious attachment style. They tend to seek validation and worry about their self-worth. The trauma bond becomes a mirror reflecting their internal beliefs of not being good enough or worthy of love and respect. This belief triggers a cycle of striving to please their narcissistic partner, who constantly criticizes them. Ultimately what this means is - that core hidden fear you have about 'not being good enough' is activated by the partner who is constantly criticising you, and so you want to "solve" this issue and find a way to feel good enough, but in the place where you are most likely to feel the opposite. 

Remember, you do not need to give your partner control over how 'good enough' you are. Because you are infinitely worthy. Watch out for part 2 to try out 5 different exercises on healing from trauma bonds. 

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Welcome to Trauma Bonding to Secure Relationships with Dr Sarah — the podcast that helps ambitious individuals and couples heal trauma bonding and toxic relationship cycles to build secure attachments and loving healthy relationships.

Hosted by Dr Sarah, psychologist, relationship strategist, and founder of Heal Trauma Bonding and Relationship Success Lab, this show guides you through practical tools and deep insights on:

✅ Healing from trauma bonding, anxious attachment style, and codependency
✅ Building emotional resilience and secure attachment styles a
✅ Improving communication, empathy, and emotional intimacy
✅ Reclaiming your identity, boundaries, and self-worth
✅ Creating lasting relationship happiness and passion

Whether you're recovering from betrayal, navigating codependency, or simply ready to break free from the past, this podcast gives you the clarity, strength, and strategy to move forward

We hope you got massive value from this episode for your own healing and relationship progress.