Swoon: Love Lessons with Julie and Gina Love bombing. What it is and why it's bad.
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Mar 7, 2022 Discover the intriguing concept of love bombing and its unsettling impact on relationships. Julie and Gina define this manipulative tactic as excessive affection meant to control. They share red flags to watch for, like overwhelming praise and consuming attention. The duo cites pop culture examples illustrating boundary issues, while discussing emotional manipulation's cycle and consequences. They also offer practical advice for those caught in love bombing, emphasizing the importance of awareness and seeking support.
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Chemical Rush Masks Manipulation
- Love bombing triggers the same dopamine and endorphin surge as normal early-stage romance, making it feel irresistibly real.
- That chemical rush can mask manipulation and make distinguishing genuine wooing from coercion difficult.
Excess Equals Control, Not Just Romance
- Love bombing is excessive early affection, gifts, and praise aimed at winning attention to control you later.
- If something about the behavior makes you uncomfortable, it matters more than the label it fits.
Pause When Intensity Has No Grounding
- Watch for intensity that lacks grounding and refuses to acknowledge limits or uncertainty.
- If someone is all-in without caveats, treat that as a red flag and pause to assess.
