Recognizing a Trauma Bond

Recognizing a Trauma Bond

From The Southern Tea by PodcastOne

May 20, 2026 · 1h 8m

About this episode

Lindsie discusses the painful reality of trauma bonds and the toxic cycle following her recent breakup.

Coming to you STILL from the "Polly Pocket" Airbnb in New York, Lindsie dives deep into the aftermath of her recent breakup, exploring the painful reality of trauma bonds and the the toxic cycle she navigated. In this revealing episode, Lindsie along with Madison and Alessandra, discusses the physical and emotional toll of manipulation, the thin line between dependency and codependency, and the forced detachment that comes with a public split. Lindsie also addresses the US Weekly article regarding a custody situation and reclaiming her right to share her own story on her own terms. Follow us @TheSouthernTeaPodcast for more! Join our Facebook group and follow us on TikTok ! Thank you to our sponsors! ButcherBox: Choose between free Sirloin Tips, Ground Beef or Chicken Wings in every box for LIFE, PLUS $20 off when you go to ButcherBox.com/southerntea Kindred Bravely: Get 20% off your first order when you go to KindredBravely.com/SOUTHERNTEA Nutrafol: Get $10 off your first month’s subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and use code SOUTHERNTEA Progressive: Visit Progressive.com to learn more! Shopify: Sign up for your $1/month trial today at…

People in this episode

Host: Lindsie

Guests: Madison, Alessandra

Topics covered

  • trauma bonds
  • breakup
  • manipulation
  • dependency
  • codependency
  • public split
  • custody

Keywords

  • trauma bond
  • breakup
  • manipulation
  • dependency
  • codependency
  • custody
  • public split

Sponsors

ButcherBox, Kindred Bravely, Nutrafol, Progressive, Shopify

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: US Weekly

Products: Sirloin Tips, Ground Beef, Chicken Wings

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