This podcast episode, I talk about the most dangerous person you can fall in love with and be in a relationship with. Chances are if you've been in a relationship with such an individual, you may have experienced a trauma bond (whether or not you know it).

 This involves the concept of the "dark triad" personality traits. The dark triad comprises narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy. Narcissism involves a self-inflated sense of superiority and vulnerability beneath the surface. Machiavellianism revolves around manipulation using empathy to their advantage. Psychopathy entails a lack of emotional empathy, often masked by cognitive empathy. 

In such relationships, you are initially love-bombed, receiving excessive attention and affection. However, as the dark triad traits manifest, the abuser becomes avoidant, confrontational, or critical, leaving you confused and anxious. You might then internalize blame, hoping to regain the initial love-bombing phase. 

The dark triad creates a cycle of highs and lows, eroding your self-worth. Leaving becomes difficult due to the manipulation and emotional turmoil. Healing involves understanding your own vulnerabilities and trauma, which empowers you to identify toxic patterns and make healthier relationship choices.

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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.