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Why We Stay: The Science of Trauma Bonding ⛓️💔
Why do we stay in relationships that are destroying us? It isn’t a lack of logic—it’s a psychological cage.
In this video, we break down the "black hole" of Trauma Bonding and why the human brain often confuses high-intensity anxiety for deep intimacy. If you’ve ever felt like you were "addicted" to a person who hurts you, you aren't alone. You are likely caught in a cycle of Intermittent Reinforcement.
🔍 Inside the Breakdown:
* The 3 Phases of Manipulation: We explore Love Bombing, Devaluation, and the "Jackpot" phase of Reconciliation.
* The "Healer" Trap: Why we unconsciously try to "fix" our childhood by winning over a hurtful partner.
* Intimacy vs. Intensity: How to tell if you are fighting for love or just fighting a cycle.
🎭 Cultural Case Studies:
* Hlomu & Mqhele (The Wife): A deep psychodynamic look at why Hlomu took on Mqhele’s guilt after the most brutal moments of their relationship. We analyze the "mission" to save a version of a partner that doesn't exist.
* Ally & Jackson Maine (A Star Is Born): How "splitting" a partner into a "Good version" and a "Bad version" keeps you trapped in their potential rather than their reality.
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