<p>Why do we stay in relationships that hurt us? Why is it so hard to walk away, even when we know it’s not healthy?</p><p>In this episode of <em>Red Flag Radio</em>, host <strong>Angelina</strong> gets real about <strong>trauma bonds</strong>—those intense, addictive connections that keep us stuck in cycles of emotional pain, false hope, and toxic love.</p><p>With honesty, compassion, and zero judgment, Angelina breaks down:</p><p>- What trauma bonding actually is </p><p><br>- The <em>science</em> behind why toxic love feels so powerful—dopamine, cortisol, and emotional highs &amp; lows</p><p><br>- Why your nervous system mistakes chaos for love (especially if your past includes emotional neglect or childhood trauma)</p><p><br>- Why it’s not about weakness—it’s about survival</p><p><br>- How to recognize the cycle and start untangling from it</p><p><br>- Real steps for healing, building support, and finding the kind of love that doesn’t hurt to hold</p><p>This is not just another “cut them off and glow up” episode. It’s a deep dive into the <strong>emotional psychology of trauma bonds</strong>, the grief that comes with leaving, and how to slowly—bravely—redefine love on your own terms.</p><p>If you’ve ever asked yourself:</p><li><p><em>- Why can’t I leave?</em></p></li><li><p><em>- Why do I still miss them?</em></p></li><li><p><em>- Why does pain feel like love?</em></p></li><p>…this one’s for you.</p><p><br></p><p>Listen now to begin understanding the connection you <em>couldn’t explain</em>—and start choosing the one that actually heals.</p>