Prajinta Pesqueda
Prajinta Pesqueda
Limerence and Loneliness
Limerence and Loneliness
Limerence and Loneliness
Friday 6th January 2023
Explore limerence and loneliness in narcissistic relationships with 'N.A.R.C. Troopers'. Learn to foster healthier emotional connections.
20 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
About this podcast
Author:
Prajinta Pesqueda
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Recovery Reimagined
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
261 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Limerence and Loneliness: Navigating Emotional Turbulence in Narcissistic Relationships
The limerence that hits you like a freight train should be a red flag that screams danger. Normal, healthy relationships do not begin with that level of intensity right out of the gate.
What happens when a crush feels like love but isn't? This episode of 'N.A.R.C. Troopers' dives into the murky waters of limerence and loneliness within narcissistic relationships. Hosted by Prajinta Pesqueda, the discussion sheds light on how these intense emotions can cloud judgment and lead to unhealthy attachments. Limerence, often mistaken for love, is more about brain chemistry than genuine connection.
It's that overwhelming, almost obsessive feeling that can trick both the narcissist and their partner into thinking it's the real deal. But spoiler alert: it's not. On the flip side, loneliness can feel like a bottomless pit, especially for those with codependency issues or attachment insecurities. It’s that gnawing emptiness that can make you cling to toxic relationships just to avoid being alone.
Through engaging conversations with mental health experts and survivor stories, Pesqueda unpacks these complex emotions and offers practical advice for breaking free from their grip. The episode emphasizes the importance of understanding these feelings to foster healthier emotional connections with oneself and others. So if you've ever felt trapped in a whirlwind of emotions in a narcissistic relationship, this episode is your guide to finding clarity and moving toward a more balanced life.