Red Flags & Roses: The Truth About Love Bombing
Dear MK14 Helmi 2025

Red Flags & Roses: The Truth About Love Bombing

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY SURVIVORS & ALLIES! <3

Today, Mya and K unpacked love bombing—how seemingly romantic gestures can actually be a form of manipulation. They discussed the difference between genuine affection and tactics designed to overwhelm and control, including red flags like pushing for intimacy too quickly, guilt-tripping, and isolating partners. As Mya and K shared their personal stories of love bombing, Mya explained why it can be difficult to recognize after an abusive relationship. Listeners will walk away with tips for identifying healthy relationship dynamics and trusting their gut when something feels off.

BONUS: This week they invited listeners to write love letters to themselves, a friend, or someone who supported them during their survivor journey so the episode could end with messages of love for anyone listening who may need it today <3

Topics Included:

  • Definitions and examples of love bombing

  • "I’ve never felt this way before. You’re the only person who truly gets me."

  • Mya saying “I love you” after one week….

  • K’s experience with George Bush telling her how he’ll treat her so much better than anyone else could

  • Respecting boundaries, comfortable paces, and consistency

  • True love respects and uplifts you; it doesn’t pressure or suffocate you!!!

  • Survivor love letters XOXO

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