Love and Abuse

Paul Colaianni: Relationship and Emotional Abuse Expert

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Leaving an abusive person isn't easy and sometimes isn't over

. 44min 7sec

The trauma bond keeps you lovesick and broken

A trauma bond is like being addicted to both the highs and lows, just waiting for your next fix. It's not impossible to break a trauma bond, but it can be hard as hell.

. 30min 49sec

Can you still like someone who hurt you but not love them?

Can the victim of emotional abuse accept the former abuser as a friend after a lot of time has passed? I received this question from someone who used to be emotionally abusive, feels awful about it, but has been out of that relationship for years. Then she met up with her ex agai ... Show more

. 40min 53sec

Are your children being manipulated, too?

You're watching your child mirror a narcissistic parent and it feels like you're losing ground. Arguing with the lies they're being told feels pointless, but asking the right questions might just be what helps you keep your connection to your children, helping them choose empathy ... Show more

. 43min 56sec

If you don't draw the line on how much is too much, you won't have a line

How much mistreatment is too much? When your boundaries are violated over and over again, there will be a point where you have none and the sky will be the limit on someone else's hurtful and controlling behaviors.

. 39min 51sec