In this OPEN(HEART) episode of the OPENHOUSE Podcast, Louise interviews Maddy Anholt, author of ‘How to Leave Your Psychopath’ ⠀Are you forever finding yourself in the stranglehold of controlling companions? Today’s chat will help you wave ta-ta to unhappy and unhealthy relationships for good. ⠀We talk about red flags to look out for, how and why people exert control, and also discuss lovebombing, gaslighting, and negging. ⠀Backed with personal story and supported by psychological insight Louise & Maddie share their personal journeys and all they have learnt along the way.⠀In this episode, Louise & Maddy break down: ⠀⇢ Why it isn’t just ‘doormats’ and ‘weak women’ who find themselves being treated awfully in relationships; ⠀⇢ The traits that these types of people look for in their partners; ⠀⇢ How to tell the difference between a ‘d*ckhead’ and an abuser; ⠀⇢ The hormonal addiction cycle & how the cycle plays out in practice; ⠀⇢ Why there isn’t a breaking point for everyone; ⠀⇢ And how to leave if you are in a potentially dangerous situation.⠀If you are or someone you know is experiencing family violence and need someone to talk to, contact a local domestic abuse service by using Women's Aid Domestic Abuse Directory www.womensaid.org.uk/domestic-abuse-directory⠀–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ⠀Let us know how you enjoyed the episode and be sure to share this on social media, as well as giving us a rating and review on Apple or Spotify.⠀Connect with Louise on social: @iamlouiserumball⠀Connect with Maddy on social: @maddyanholt⠀Connect with OPENHOUSE: @openhouselife⠀Order Maddy's book, 'How to Leave Your Psychopath' on AmazonSign up to join the OPENHOUSE mailing list to receive first access to all workshops, courses and live events: www.thisisopenhouse.com⠀–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ⠀Music Sources⠀Vibe With Me by Joakim Karud http://soundcloud.com/joakimkarud⠀Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/-7YDBIGCXsY