Welcome to Dr Sarah: Relationship Success Lab, where high achievers, executives, and entrepreneurs explore relationship fitness, healing from relationship trauma, and creating secure, trusting, and loving partnerships. Designed for those navigating high-stakes careers and relationships, we dive into trauma-informed coaching, relationship wellbeing, and practical strategies to recover from trauma bonding and build meaningful connections. Save your marriage, start building secure relationships and optimizing your relationship wellbeing.

 

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In this podcast episode, we explore the concept of trauma bonds and debunk common misconceptions surrounding them. I understand the struggle you face in trying to leave an abusive relationship despite the concerns of loved ones. Trauma bonds are a complex cycle of love and abuse where affection becomes entangled with criticism and neglect. Traits like high empathy, anxious attachment, or a history of childhood trauma can make individuals more susceptible to these bonds.

The dependency on a trauma bonded relationship stems from a desire for validation and emotional regulation. Vulnerable individuals seek validation and love from their abusive partners, hoping to be seen and appreciated unconditionally. The intermittent moments of affection and validation create a glimmer of hope that the relationship can be salvaged. Additionally, the relationship serves as a means of emotional regulation, alleviating anxiety and creating a temporary sense of safety. Practical dependencies, such as financial control or social isolation, further reinforce the dependency on the abusive partner.

However, it's important to recognize that there is a way out. Seeking therapy and support can provide

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Specialising in relationships, attachment problems and trauma bonding, Dr Sarah is on a mission to help you end negative cycles, create a secure relationship template, improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen emotional intimacy. Stop self-sabotaging behaviours now and begin to self-actualise.

Working with business leaders, entrepreneurs, high achievers and perfectionists. Whether you are wanting to strengthen your current relationship and save your marriage, or you are healing from heartbreak to start a fresh, set yourself up for relationship success.

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