Have you ever been love-bombed?
Over-the-top displays of affection, romantic gifts, constant compliments, hours of ‘our future together’ talks in a new relationship might make you feel on top of the world. But are these gestures authentic or do they originate from something sinister? It could very much be that you have been love bombed.
“Love bombing is when things are too much too soon. When someone is being too intense way too soon, there is a hidden agenda in this avalanche of love and care,” says Sheelaa M Bajaj, life coach and facilitator.
In the beginning, it all seems perfect, but soon it turns to abuse. “Acts of love bombing are not sexual in nature, but rather manipulative. Love bombers exaggerate how they feel which is different from complimenting someone with thoughtful expressions of love and care,” says Chandni Tugnait, psychotherapist.
Bajaj feels when people function from lack of self-love, they attract toxic partners who fill that void. She says, “It stems from lack of love and low self-worth.”
She adds, “Love bombing is a control tactic and hence trust your instinct if you spot any red flags.”
How to save yourself from being love bombed:
● Set healthy boundaries and communicate them to your partner.
● Stick to the boundaries you set and indulge in the relationship at your own pace.
● Do not fall for the manipulation tactics and connect to your friends or confide in someone you trust.
● You may even journal your thoughts and feelings to process things in a better way.
● Seek help from a therapist in extreme cases to help you understand the situation better and to equip yourself with ways of dealing with the situation.
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