by Kate Munden | Feb 16, 2022 | Anxiety, Blog, Narcissistic Abuse, PTSD, Self Help, Trauma
What is a trauma bond? It can be very difficult to clear the fog and “wake up” when caught in the web of a toxic relationship. We are wired from childhood to stay connected to those we love. The reason we stay in emotionally abusive relationships is complex and...
by Kate Munden | Oct 6, 2021 | Anxiety, Blog, Emotional Freedom Technique - EFT, Energy Psychology - EP, Narcissistic Abuse, Panic Attacks, Self Help, Stress, Trauma
When we experience the trauma of a toxic relationship, we are in a war with terrorists of the heart. The toxic environment of an abusive relationship puts us on red alert. We walk on eggshells, waiting for the next hurtful comment or event to come. This is called...
by Kate Munden | Jul 30, 2020 | Blog
Flowers after the silent treatment. Extravagant gifts after weeks of brutal insults. Crocodile tears after a rage attack. Sudden affection and intimacy after days of silence All these examples highlight an emotional abuse strategy known as intermittent reinforcement....