Michelle Anderson
Michelle Anderson
Her Trauma Bond Kept Her From Leaving
Her Trauma Bond Kept Her From Leaving
Her Trauma Bond Kept Her From Leaving
Sunday 13th March 2022
Explore trauma bonds in addiction relationships on 'Love Over Addiction'. Hear a woman's story of staying despite red flags and find hope for recovery.
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Michelle Anderson
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Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Family Recovery from Addiction
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Caught in a Trauma Bond: One Woman's Journey Through an Unhealthy Relationship
I do not know why I stayed as long as I did, but I do think that if I didn't have self worth or if I didn't love myself, I probably wouldn't have wanted to know, because he took when he was sober.
Have you ever wondered why you stay in a relationship that feels like it's tearing you apart? In this compelling episode of 'Love Over Addiction', Michelle Anderson introduces us to a brave woman from the community who shares her deeply personal story. She opens up about the trauma bonds that kept her tethered to an unhealthy relationship with her partner, who struggled with addiction.
These bonds, formed through intense emotional experiences, created a sense of dependency and loyalty that was hard to break. The guest recounts meeting her partner and the whirlwind of emotions that followed. Weekends filled with drinking seemed normal at first, but soon revealed deeper issues of codependency. She talks about her partner's need for validation, the conflicts it caused, and the red flags she overlooked.
One harrowing incident involved her partner pulling a gun and firing it in his apartment, an act that cemented their trauma bond and heightened her fear of leaving. Michelle Anderson provides context on what trauma bonds are and why they are so difficult to break. She emphasizes the importance of self-worth and the support of others in overcoming these toxic connections. The guest’s story is one of caution but also of hope.
She has since moved on from the relationship and looks forward to a healthier future. This episode is not just a tale of struggle but also one of resilience and recovery. It offers valuable insights into the complexities of addiction relationships and the powerful grip of trauma bonds. If you're grappling with similar issues, you'll find this conversation both eye-opening and encouraging.