Allison K. Dagney
Allison K. Dagney
Episode 186: The Cycle That Keeps You Hooked: Love Bombing & Trauma Bonds
Episode 186: The Cycle That Keeps You Hooked: Love Bombing & Trauma Bonds
Episode 186: The Cycle That Keeps You Hooked: Love Bombing & Trauma Bonds
Tuesday 21st October 2025
Explore the cycle of love bombing and trauma bonds with Allison K. Dagney as she shares insights on breaking free from abusive relationships.
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Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Understand the stages of love bombing, devaluation, and discard.
- Learn about the hoovering phase and its impact on victims.
- Recognise the signs of trauma bonding in relationships.
- Gain awareness of emotional manipulation tactics.
- Explore strategies for breaking free from abusive cycles.
"Love bombing feels like the dream relationship, but it's often just the prelude to abuse."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? In this eye-opening episode, Allison K. Dagney, a survivor of over 20 years of emotional abuse, pulls back the curtain on the insidious cycle of love bombing and trauma bonds that often traps individuals in abusive relationships. With a blend of personal anecdotes and expert insights, she explains how the cycle of abuse manipulates emotions, leaving victims feeling stuck even when they desperately want to escape.
From the initial intoxicating phase of love bombing to the crushing reality of devaluation and discard, Allison outlines each stage with clarity and compassion. She also introduces the concept of hoovering, where abusers pull their victims back into the cycle with false promises of change. The episode isn't just about understanding these patterns; it's about recognising them in your own life and taking steps toward healing.
Allison's warm and engaging style makes this heavy topic accessible, offering listeners not just information but hope. So, if you've ever found yourself asking, "Why didn't I just leave?" this episode might just provide the answers you've been searching for. Are you ready to break free from the cycle?