What To Do When

you've been LOVE BOMBED

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My friends, its Kathleen here - and I almost got LOVE BOMBED for the 3rd time recently. And Kelsey genuinely had no idea what love-bombing was. Let’s dish and discuss all things that is the phenomenon we call, love-bombing.

Join Kelsey and I as she interviews me on the hilarious experiences I’ve had with love-bombers, including the the raw & honest thing I know I shouldn’t say - but being love bombed felt effing amazing…until it didn’t.

Let’s laugh and discuss the manipulation tactics and root causes at play in love bombing, all the red flags I missed in the past and how I’ve started to spot them as I’m embarking on my dating adventures.

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Keywords

love bombing, manipulative tactic, intense love, anxious attachment style, false sense of security, manipulation, withdrawal of love, control, love languages, insecurities, signs, boundaries, love bombing, red flags, support system, dating multiple people, discernment


Takeaways

  • Love bombing is a manipulative tactic where someone comes on incredibly strong at the beginning of a relationship.
  • It often happens to people with an anxious attachment style, who crave intense love and validation.
  • Love bombing can create a false sense of security and intimacy, but it is short-lived and followed by manipulation and control.
  • Recognizing the signs of love bombing and setting boundaries is crucial to protect oneself. Love bombing is a manipulative tactic used by some individuals to gain power and control in a relationship.
  • Having a support system of trusted friends who have your best interests at heart is crucial when navigating the dating world.
  • Dating multiple people at the beginning stages can help prevent falling into scarcity and allow for more discernment.
  • Recognizing red flags and being willing to listen to advice from others can help avoid getting caught in a love bombing situation.
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    What To Do WhenBy Kathleen McBride