At the start of a romantic relationship, it’s exciting to receive positive affirmations and affection from your partner. However, if this affection becomes exaggerated and excessive, it can lead to a manipulative cycle of abuse.In this episode, we look into what love bombing is, common red flags, and how to heal after being love bombed.Additional Resources:Love Bombing (Psychology Today)Spotting Narcissistic Love Bombing: What It Is — and Isn’tIdealize, Devalue, Discard: The Dizzying Cycle of NarcissismWhat Is ‘Love Bombing’?What to Know About 'Love Bombing,' the Trend That's Ruining Dating for EveryoneWhat is Love Bombing? 11 Ways to Spot this Relationship Red FlagEmpath Definition'Love Bombing': What It Is, Why It's Dangerous, and How to Protect YourselfSupport the show