Manipulation & Love Bombing

Education on coercive and unhealthy groups; what they do to the mind; how to stay out of them and how to recover, including occasional survivor stories.
I’m a graduate student in clinical mental health, former member of a coercive group, and this stuff fascinates me to no end.
00:00 Introduction
02:16 3 Signs of Love Bombing
03:28 They Make You Feel Special
05:17 Feeling Obligated to Stay Connected
06:46 Church Love Bombing
09:16 How to Avoid Getting Pulled In
If you've been involved in a cult-like church or any coercive group or organization and would like to tell your story, please contact me at [e-mail]
You can read my story about being a member of the Anti-Anderson Church of God movement at:
www.icsahome.com/icsa-publica...
Vol. 14. No. 2 (2023)
I realize people have many backgrounds and journeys, so I'd like to offer resources for those who come from toxic relationships or situations and need to find themselves again. It is possible.
Counseling Resources for religious and Other coercive related trauma:
www.icsahome.com/support/coun...
A list of resources by state in the United States and other countries for counselors that understand religious trauma
Also,
www.psychologytoday.com/us/th..., be sure to ask if they have any experience with religious trauma.
00:00 Introduction
02:16 3 Signs of Love Bombing
03:28 They Make You Feel Special
05:17 Feeling Obligated to Stay Connected
06:46 Church Love Bombing
09:16 How to Avoid Getting Pulled In