In this video, Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., LCPC, CADC, is joined by trainee psychologist Anoushka Marcin (Ask Anoushka) to discuss how and why codependents, or Self-Love Deficients (SLDs), repeatedly mistake chemistry, limerence, and lust, for true love. Ross will explain the inner brain and psychological "mechanics" of love, falling in love, limerence, and lust, all of which equals the subjective experience of incredible chemistry.

Such explains why a codependent/Self-Love Deficient/SLD, after meeting a desirable person who is not yet known to be a narcissist, is overtaken by an intense infatuation due to the Human Magnet Syndrome, as their pleasing, giving nature matches perfectly with the narcissists selfish, taking personality. This experience of chemistry causes a "euphoric" experience, leading the SLD to believe they have met their soulmate of their dreams. Once this limerence wears off, they are left with the cellmate of their nightmares.

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► Anoushka Marcin's Biography
Anoushka's commitment to transforming the lives of people who suffer from emotional and mental health issues and helping them to fulfill their potential has seen her become a well-known and respected figure online. Visit Anoushka's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@anoushkamarcin

► Ross Rosenberg's Biography

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ABOUT ROSS ROSENBERG
Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., LCPC, CADC, is a psychotherapist, educator, expert witness, and celebrated author. He is also a global thought leader and clinical expert in codependency, trauma, pathological narcissism, narcissistic abuse, and addictions.

Ross's pioneering contributions to codependency have provided sweeping theoretical and practical updates and developed a treatment program that permanently resolves the issue. Ross has been featured on national TV and radio and is a regular radio and podcast guest.

In addition, he has traveled the world, giving his one-of-a-kind keynote presentations and educational workshops. His global impact is best illustrated by his YouTube channel, with 30 million views and 297,000 subscribers, and the sale of 190,000 Human Magnet Syndrome books published in 12 languages. In 2013, Ross created The Self-Love Recovery Institute, a hub for his personal development, workshops, professional training, retreats, other programs, and services.

Learn more at www.SelfLoveRecovery.com.

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