About this episode

This episode discusses the complexities of toxic relationships and the importance of setting boundaries while maintaining the ability to love.

we’re back with another advice session from your submissions and this week we talk about toxic relationships, trauma bonds, and the danger of seeing the good in people who consistently hurt you. i get into why bad relationships can feel impossible to leave, why it sometimes feels like the person who hurt you “wins,” and how compassion can slowly turn into self-betrayal if you’re not careful. we also talk about boundaries, self-honor, and the difference between loving someone and sacrificing yourself for them. this one is about protecting your heart without losing your ability to love. love u enjoy

People in this episode

Host: Madeline Argy

Topics covered

• toxic relationships
• trauma bonds
• self-betrayal
• boundaries
• self-honor
• compassion

Keywords

• toxic relationships
• trauma bonds
• self-betrayal
• boundaries
• compassion
• love
• self-honor

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