Brianne Davis
Brianne Davis
Future Faking: How “Someday” Becomes a Weapon
Future Faking: How “Someday” Becomes a Weapon
Future Faking: How “Someday” Becomes a Weapon
Monday 8th December 2025
Explore the toxic tactic of future faking with Brianne Davis-Gantt. Learn to spot the signs and protect yourself from emotional manipulation.
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Episode Overview
- Future faking involves making false promises about the future to control partners.
- Key red flag: Words do not align with actions.
- Effective communication is crucial in addressing future faking.
- Setting clear boundaries can help prevent manipulation.
- Seeking external support may be necessary for dealing with persistent future faking.
"The most significant red flag with this type of pattern is where the partner's words do not align with the action."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? In this captivating episode of Secret Life, host Brianne Davis-Gantt tackles the manipulative tactic known as 'future faking.' This intriguing concept involves making grandiose promises about the future with no intention of following through, often seen in toxic relationships. Brianne breaks down how this behaviour is used to control and manipulate partners, creating a false sense of hope while keeping them emotionally invested.
With her signature blend of candour and humour, Brianne shares relatable anecdotes and practical examples, highlighting the key characteristics of future faking, such as the glaring red flag of words not matching actions. You'll hear about everything from grand bathroom remodels that never happen to dream vacations that remain just that—dreams. By exploring this topic, Brianne provides listeners with valuable tools to identify and address future faking in their own lives.
The episode is packed with insights on how to communicate effectively, set boundaries, and seek support when needed. So, if you're ready to learn how to spot the signs of future faking and protect yourself from emotional manipulation, this episode is a must-listen. Are you ready to take control of your future and stop living in false promises?